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A desire to serve Gippsland

Cherie Smith is standing as an Independent Candidate for Gippsland, driven by a desire to be the change she would like to see.

Be aware of Senate changes

About 115 Victorian candidates will vie for a spot in the Senate this election.

Importance of campfire safety

The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning is reminding the community about the importance of campfire safety following a recent court case.

Popped up, but sticking around

A temporary town square in Morwell is set to stay until 8 August, following requests from business and community to extend its life.

Bullying rates down

School bullying rates across the Latrobe Valley have declined over the past 10 years, despite recent media reports.

Funding lag snuffs out festival

Organisers of Walhalla's Vinter Ljusfest have voted to cancel this year's festival over a lack of state and local government funding.

Rise up Australia to be represented in Gipps and McMillan

The Rise up Australia Party is fielding candidates for both the seat of Gippsland and McMillan.

Repeat offenders in the crosshairs

Latrobe Valley police say they are tackling the latest crime statistics by targeting repeat offenders.

McAdam is for animal welfare

Part-time high school teacher Jennifer McAdam will stand in the Seat of McMillan for the Animal Justice Party.

Coalition promises more phone coverage

A re-elected Coalition Government will build a second mobile phone tower on the Hyland Highway, according to sitting Member for Gippsland Darren Chester.

Call to arms at Apex Park

The sons and daughters of a battlecry converged on Moe's Apex Park on the Queen's Birthday long weekend when Gippsland LARP called the banners in.

Firefighters graduate

Thirty recruits last week graduated as full-time firefighters after 19 weeks of intense training in theory and practice.

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