Reflections on Newborough
"If it all ended tomorrow, I'd have had more than my share."
Possum protection not needed: minister
The Turnbull government's forestry minister has slammed as nonsense claims the Leadbeater's possum's existence is endangered and a new national park is needed in central Gippsland to protect it.
After once bitten, never again shy
Lying under a house and staring down a tiger snake are not tasks commonly listed on job descriptions, however, for Latrobe Valley retired snake catcher Jeff Mathieson it was all part and parcel of the industry.
Train deal scrutiny urged
A new rail contract between the state government and Metro Trains Melbourne came into effect last week, and is set to improve the strained Gippsland service with improved communication and management of shared corridors.
Stay safe in heavy rain: emergency services
Emergency services and other authorities have urged locals to plan to stay safe following severe weather warnings across the state.
Services resume after man struck by train
Services on the Gippsland line are resuming this morning, more than four hours after a man was struck by a Melbourne-bound train at Yarragon.
Energy Brix asbestos removal depends on budget
Energy Brix Australia Corp cannot guarantee all asbestos will be removed from the old Morwell Power Station site, if demolition goes ahead at the site next year.
Diesel generators coming to outskirts of Morwell
Morwell residents should expect to see 105 diesel-powered generators, each with a motor equivalent of three trucks, being brought onto the Energy Brix Power Station site, a contractor has confirmed.
Better emergency options
It has taken almost two years to build, but from 7am Monday, Latrobe Regional Hospital will open the doors to its new emergency department.
McMillan must go
More than 30 people have made written suggestions to the Australian Electoral Commission asking for the federal electorate of McMillan to be renamed due to the involvement of Scottish explorer Angus McMillan in massacres of Gippsland's Aboriginal people.
Valley is inclusive
A celebration of the Latrobe Valley's diversity showcased on Tuesday just how welcoming the region really is, according to Morwell Neighbourhood House manager Tracie Lund.
Idol welcomes back band
Mirboo North Secondary College guitarists Teg Murden and Sean Brown made their debut at last year's Mirboo North Idol, yet Sean said they didn't go too well.
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Winners raise the bat
FOOTBALL
NORTH GIPPSLAND
By LIAM DURKIN
YOU do wonder if results ever make it back to AFL HQ.
Just one game in Round 17 of the North Gippsland...
