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Putting a positive face on transition was the focus of a meeting held in Traralgon last week that attracted a varied attendance of politicians, sustainability groups and local government.

Students brush up on basic surgery

About 55 Monash medical students descended on Latrobe Regional Hospital recently to learn the basics of surgery from some of the region's most experienced surgeons and specialists.

Fire destroys Walhalla Log Cabin

A popular accommodation venue in historical Walhalla was destroyed by fire on Sunday night.

Funds injection for Valley arts

The Latrobe Performing Arts Centre and Latrobe Regional Gallery have been awarded $180,000 and $285,000, respectively, through the State Government's Regional Partnerships program.

Sad day for Happy Achievers

A tenpin bowling league for people with disabilities has ended after three decades of competition on a Saturday afternoon in Morwell.

Meat’s back on the menu at Traf

In the rolling green hills of Trafalgar, an abattoir is running again more than four years since an animal abuse case left a family in tatters and a community with fewer jobs.

Training opportunities for Valley physicians

Latrobe Valley physicians will have the chance to strengthen their specialist skills thanks to a $1.1 million training boost from the State Government.

Art scene emerges at Mirboo North

The first birthday of a community-owned, not-for-profit art venue will be celebrated tomorrow, one year since its transition from an artisan store.

Speak up and dob in a dealer

Latrobe Valley residents are encouraged to join the fight against illicit drug use by 'dobbing in' a dealer.

Business as usual for Gippsland MP

Gippslanders can rest assured they will get "a fair share of government funding", according to the region's federal member, Darren Chester.

Hoverboard safety standards

A new national mandatory safety standard for hoverboards was introduced this month on the back of a series of house fires across Australia directly linked to the devices.

Strength through cultural and religious unity

A combination of cultures, religions and traditions was celebrated at the weekend in the form of a community festival recognising the end of Ramadan.

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