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Crunch time as vote looms

An ultimatum hangs over power station and mine employees at AGL Loy Yang as they consider a new Enterprise Bargaining Agreement by the Fair Work Commission.

Valley toy run takes on a new life

Hundreds of toys will again be delivered to local children in need this Christmas, following the reinvention of the Gippsland Motorcyclists Toy Run.

The birds: When magpies attack

The first day of spring is meant to signify a time of rebirth and renewal.

Stay clear of ‘pies this season

Spring has sprung and Latrobe Valley residents are being warned to keep an eye out for swooping birds during magpie breeding season.

Funding for jobs,infrastructure

A fund to provide training and education tailored to meet local job and skill gaps is now available in the Latrobe Valley.

Staff walk off the job

Latrobe Valley Centrelink staff walked off the job in unison with tens of thousands of public service workers across the country for a 24-hour strike on Friday as a three-year old industrial dispute intensifies.

Uglii liquidators appointed

The Federal Court has appointed liquidators to the Traralgon-based Uglii group.

Drive thru close call

KFC Morwell's drive thru received some unexpected thoroughfare on Friday when a vehicle crashed into the barrier outside the service windows about 12.30pm.

Last hurrah for long-serving school staff

Two women who have each worked at Hazelwood North Primary School for 20 years celebrated their retirement together last week with colleagues, family and friends.

The memories remain

The rich colours and rough grain of the super 8 film are inherently nostalgic.

‘Eternally grateful’ for support

A victim of domestic violence said she left her husband the night he "came home drunk, attacked my grandson and then hit me".

A smile to help brighten the day

In 24 years of working in the beauty sector, make-up artist Alarna Bell pinpoints a recent visit to the Ronald McDonald House as one of the best days of her career.

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