Proof in the pudding
HE has spent most of his working life in the science and engineering field and now Chris Barfoot is taking his expertise to government.
Last-minute buyout quashed
SUGGESTIONS Hazelwood power station could be saved by a last minute buyout have been firmly rejected by the plant's owner.
Now is the time to prepare
HAZELWOOD employees are urged to act now to minimise the financial impact of the power plant's closure.
Health study survey deadline approaching
The Hazelwood Health Study team has urged all eligible Morwell residents to participate in the Adult Survey while they still have the chance.
Sponsorship to continue, for now
SPORTING and community organisations that receive funding from Engie will be spared any immediate fallout from the decision to close Hazelwood after the company announced it would continue to provide support next year.
Northe challenges Premier on Hazelwood
A war of words erupted on the floor of State Parliament today when Member for Morwell Russell Northe attacked Premier Daniel Andrews over his commitment to help workers who will be affected by the closure of Hazelwood.
Broadbent slams colleague’s anti-Islam ‘diatribe’
Federal Member for McMillan Russell Broadbent used a parliamentary address on Monday night to accuse politicians on his own side of politics of "cuddling up to Hansonite rhetoric".
Moe outage leaves 200 without phones, internet
About 200 Telstra customers in Moe have been without phone and internet since Saturday afternoon after a major fault the company believes was caused by a heavy vehicle taking out machinery on Narracan Drive.
Latrobe Valley community will ‘adapt’
Claudia Davies’ nine years of experience operating a business in Morwell have her convinced the town will bounce back from the closure of Hazelwood.
The harsh reality of closure
Morwell bike shop owner Shane Dunn is prepared to wait out the next six months before making any significant business decisions.
Latrobe City Council’s advocacy role
Support packages for workers and businesses should be deployed immediately, and a bipartisan committee must be established to map out a 10-year transition plan.
Federal Government responds to closure
The Federal Government has pledged a $43 million assistance package for the Latrobe Valley and a ministerial committee to oversee the response to Hazelwood’s closure.
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