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Power plan outlined

Victoria’s shadow energy minister David Southwick says if the Coalition was to win a state election tomorrow the party would look at plans to reopen existing generators at Hazelwood Power Station.

Positive outlook

Real estate agents across the Latrobe Valley are reporting positive signs heading into the new year, reporting both the rental and sales markets are the best they have been in several years.

Study amazed by support

Hazelwood Health Study researchers are grateful for the high participation of Morwell residents in lung function testing for its future worth to the community.

No more clowning around for Koko

Latrobe Valley icon Koko the Clown entertained adoring fans for the last time at the Traralgon Carols by Candlelight at Victory Park on Sunday with more than a few teary eyes in the crowd.

Report highlights mine fire progress

A report tabled in State Parliament last week which outlines the work the government has done to implement the recommendations of the Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry has been welcomed by Latrobe Valley community advocates.

Films help to butt out

Latrobe Valley residents with "great ideas" are invited to pitch ways for community members to go smoke-free and compete for a chance to make their own online commercial.

Hurricane warning for Valley Smash

Melbourne Stars batsman Rob Quiney has issued a warning to the Hobart Hurricanes ahead of this week's Big Bash League practice match, citing the inaugural Valley Smash as an opportunity for the Stars to hit form ahead of the season proper.

CFA 4WD stolen in Churchill vandalism spree

A CFA command vehicle stolen from the Churchill Fire Brigade overnight has been recovered after police said a group of people caused havoc around on Thursday morning.

Dog group barks up wrong tree in Burke

Don Burke has resigned as patron of the Victorian Pet Dog and Novice Breeders Association following a "forthright" conversation with the organisation's founder and Morwell resident Alan Guthrie.

Fund averts cat-astophe

A pet medical crisis fund created to help pensioners and low income earners who own animals that require emergency surgery has saved the life of a Morwell cat.

Community finds social media voice

New Hazelwood Health Study research reveals the strong appeal of social media to Latrobe Valley people during and after the 2014 mine fire.

Cyber security good fit for high-tech hub

A cyber security and safety centre could be built in the Latrobe Valley as the state government continues to look at ways to improve safety for its major services like power, health and telecommunications.

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