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State Government raises mine rehabilitation bonds

THE Victorian Premier says mine companies have had a 'sneaking suspicion' they've needed to put aside more money for rehabilitation liabilities.

Latrobe Valley to become Australia’s first health zone

Plans are in motion to make the Latrobe Valley Australia's first 'health zone', following a commitment by the State Government to implement recommendations by the reopened Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry.

Latrobe City’s draft budget breakdown

Latrobe City ratepayers can expect a conservative budget for the forthcoming financial year under a new capped rate increase and declining federal grants.

Mandatory kilojoule labelling

Large chain food outlets and supermarkets will be required to display the kilojoule content of food and drinks on menus and price labels as part of new laws to be introduced by the State Government.

Charity starving for food

For more than 20 years, Theodora House has delivered food to Morwell residents in need.

Some ease at the pump

Latrobe Valley motorists are paying less at the pump than their metropolitan counterparts for the first time in more than three months following a surge in Melbourne fuel prices.

Body found in Traralgon home

A woman's body has been found in a Traralgon home this morning.

Mining for stability

A new research project into mine wall stability will break ground both figuratively and literally.

Rehab recommendations tabled

The Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry has called for an independent statutory body to coordinate the rehabilitation of Latrobe Valley mines.

Council backs coal petition

Latrobe City Council has shown its support to a grassroots petition to ban coal mining in the Mirboo North region.

Adam’s driven to act

Adam Little cannot park a car in the driveway of his Morwell home without it partially protruding onto the abutting footpath.

Input wanted for review

Latrobe City Council is reviewing its fees and charges and invites residents to comment on the council services and facilities they do or do not use.

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