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Push for staged closure

Hazelwood workers, their families and local politicians have launched a petition calling for a staged closure of the power station and mine.

Job stats tell a different story

The Latrobe-Gippsland region attracted 7500 new jobs in the last quarter of 2016, according to the latest data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. So where are they?

Traralgon intersection in the spotlight

Traffic lights are under consideration for a notoriously dangerous intersection in Traralgon’s west in a bid to increase motorist safety.

Solar on the right track?

A plan to power Melbourne's tram network by solar has been met with scepticism by a local brown coal researcher.

Women’s group launched ahead of Hazelwood closure

The impending closure of Hazelwood is now only weeks away, but there's more to think about than hundreds of men set to lose their job.

Make your voice count

Preparations are underway for the No Excuses! and Men Aloud Latrobe Valley community choir project which is set to attract thousands of people to Victory Park in Traralgon on 4 March.

Heyfield timber mill still in limbo

The future of Heyfield timber mill Australian Sustainable Hardwood remains uncertain with no progress made on a new supply deal with VicForests.

One way, or another: Chantal’s dream of becoming a doctor

Churchill mother of three Chantal Doward will next week take a huge step towards her dream of becoming a doctor.

Taking a stand: Valley’s inaugural Invasion Day rally

The Latrobe Valley will host its first Invasion Day rally today to mourn, not celebrate, the founding of the nation by British settlement.

Students snubbed: Gippsland-taught graduates given cold shoulder by Monash medical school

Gippsland-taught graduates are being denied the opportunity to study at Monash University's Churchill medical school.

Salt of the earth

Moe resident Steven Fodor claims he has the sweetest figs and oranges.

It’s time for a new pool

Calls for a new Traralgon-based aquatic centre are louder than ever after a community petition was launched yesterday.

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