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Savvy shoppers think ahead

Latrobe Valley traders say shoppers planning ahead led to a quieter Christmas period, with the exception being Traralgon.

Outdoor pools open for public holiday Latrobe City

Latrobe City Council will open its outdoor pools in Moe and Traralgon on New Year's Day.

An electrifying discovery

A concerned Neighbourhood Watch activist is urging residents to check their power poles, after uncovering a pole in Morwell with a large hole at its base.

Gallery overhaul

Morwell is set to host international art exhibitions next year with the State Government and Latrobe City Council announcing a million dollar refurbishment of the town's gallery.

Coles roll in for children in need

It was a dream come true for some Latrobe Valley residents last week as Coles donated 20 bikes to families in need.

Staff dig deep for charity

Two local charities, Good Beginnings and Interchange Gippsland, are the beneficiaries of Latrobe City Council employees' spirit of Christmas goodwill.

Grand final rematch season opener

Last season's vanquished North Gippsland Football Netball League grand finalists will not have to wait long for a shot at revenge, with rematches scheduled for the opening day of season 2017.

Gippsland Galaxy settles in Traralgon

Pioneer women's football team Gippsland Galaxy will have a new permanent home in 2017 when it becomes part of the Traralgon Football Netball Club.

Wait continues

Supporters of the long-awaited shared pathway connecting Morwell and Traralgon will have to wait a little longer, with the State Government shelving a decision on the trail's funding until next year.

Tigers’ finally get to shine

They may have waited until round five to play a game, but Morwell made the most of the opportunity when it defeated Sale-Maffra in their Gippsland Cricket League women's match earlier this month.

Rams reeling after shield theft

The Toongabbie Cricket Club community is devastated following a Christmas break-in which resulted in the theft of a beloved memorial shield awarded in honour of a former player.

Christmas day strike

THE Electrical Trades Union has called a one-hour strike at Loy Yang on Christmas Day, just days after the CFMEU announced and subsequently cancelled industrial action at the brown coal power station.

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