Longing for Yallourn
Kendal Laws still dreams of the landscaped streets of Yallourn. "It was just like 'Pleasantville'," she said of her former home.
Memories of a garden city
There is no physical site to evoke the memories of Yallourn. All that stands is an open cut and a commemorative map. But a group of locals continues to work to keep Yallourn alive.
Bomb threat in Newborough
A BOMB threat in a residential driveway on Tuesday is being investigated by Latrobe Crime Investigation Unit detectives.
Bomb squad detonates device in Newborough
The police bomb squad has detonated an explosive device in Newborough’s Law Street this afternoon.
Insulin service ceases
Diabetic children needing insulin pump therapy may need to travel outside the Latrobe Valley to receive the specialist treatment.
Milling in support of ASH
More than 1200 people turned out at the Heyfield Memorial Hall on Wednesday night for a community meeting to discuss the plight of Australian Sustainable Hardwoods.
Cause close to her heart
She may be just one person, but Morwell's Chelsea Townley is dedicated to changing the lives of many.
Always prepared to lend a Shanahand
When Cindy Shanahan would drive through the Latrobe Valley on her way to Melbourne, she never imagined one day being recognised for her service to the region.
Tree change for Tarwin Street
Morwell’s Jennifer Barfoot believes Tarwin Street won’t be the same after the removal of its iconic trees last week
Prime Minister backs coal future
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's call for Australia to develop new "modern high-efficiency low-emissions" has been met with praise by Latrobe Valley community figures.
Closure attracts national media
Twenty-four hour news service Sky News is broadcasting live from the Latrobe Valley this week, discussing the impacts of the Hazelwood power station and mine's impending closure.
Rug swept out on new workers
Craig Skinner is one of the newer members of the Hazelwood workforce who won’t receive a large redundancy payout.
















