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Traralgon Show saved by community

The historic Traralgon Show will go on following a groundswell of support and sponsorship from the local community obtained in the space of a month.

CET is ‘not neutral’: MCA

The Finkel review's Clean Energy Target is not "technologically neutral" because it gives a de facto subsidy for renewables, undermining the case for a new brown coal power station in the Latrobe Valley, according to an energy expert.

Sun shines on solar

"It's really different to the power industry. But I'm still in the power industry, just renewable energy."

Nationals target new station ahead of next year’s election

The Nationals leadership believes that the development of a new high-efficiency, low-emissions power station at the old Hazelwood site would be the answer to an impending energy crisis that lurks on the doorsteps of every Victorian.

Spotting the signs key to good stroke outcomes

All Hazelwood North resident Janean Davidson could recollect of the moments she had a major stroke in 2011 was crashing into a post on her ride on lawn mower.

NDIS sessions ‘confusing’

Yinnar resident Delya Wade is not excited about the National Disability Insurance Scheme rolling out in the Latrobe Valley next month.

Asbestos risk low, leading lawyer says

A lawyer specialising in asbestos-related incidents says residents should not panic following the discovery of asbestos at a former community garden and public thoroughfare in Morwell.

Donation boosts LRH

A self-retaining retractor designed to assist surgeons at Latrobe Regional Hospital will be purchased following an extensive community fundraising campaign.

Council probes interest in mine

Latrobe City Council has requested a report into the market interest of the continued usage of sections of Hazelwood coal mine.

Hospice support plan

Coles stores across the Latrobe Valley have joined forces to raise funds for Victoria's only children's hospice, Very Special Kids.

Logging fears on meeting agenda

A community meeting will be held in Mirboo North tonight following VicForest's announcement they intend to harvest about 50 hectares of state forest.

‘This is about equality’, Rainbow Collective says

Gippsland Rainbow Collective representative Jo Parker has stressed the need for a 'yes' vote in the same-sex marriage postal survey, yet says she appreciates the importance of all voices being heard.

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