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Firefighters’ dispute claims minister’s scalp

The state's CFA board has been sacked and Emergency Services Minister Jane Garrett resigned on Friday after they refused to sign the proposed enterprise bargaining agreement.

Gippsland Carers still pushing for support

The Gippsland Carers Association is again calling on the State Government for funding after the group failed to gain support in this year's budget.

Power stations on notice

The State Government has set an ambitious zero emissions target by 2050, suggesting a threat to Latrobe Valley power stations.

Latrobe Valley’s honoured ‘activist’

Express journalist Farrah Plummer spoke with Cowwarr's Helen Hoppner about her community advocacy, which saw her receive an Order of Medal of Australia on the 2016 Queen's Birthday Honours list.

Valley jobs: VicHealth employment project

An innovative project to drive future employment in the area is well underway with several community groups workshopping ideas to boost local jobs.

From strength to strength

Twenty-two year-old Damian O'Brien is recovering well from the stroke he suffered last month.

Charged and ready to roll

A new wave of auto tourism is expected to surge in Gippsland at the unveiling of a public electric car charging station.

Storm of swords forecast for Moe

The battle is coming to Apex Park, Moe on Monday when knights, bandits and warlocks will brawl for glory and honour on the Queen's Birthday holiday.

No go on network piggy back

Telstra's chief executive has slammed a call by the Victorian Farmers Federation to open up its networks to competing mobile carriers.

Get ready to Rhumba

Ballroom dancers are sashaying their way to the Latrobe Valley to entertain a crowd rumoured to have an energy like no other.

Email scam still circulating

AGL Energy is warning the public an AGL-branded email scam containing malicious malware is continuing to be circulated.

Should health study include non-Morwell residents?

Consultation sessions for the review of the Hazelwood Health Study are about to get underway and the Morwell and Districts Community Recovery Committee is encouraging people across the Latrobe Valley to participate.

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