Mine fire inquiry: Expert report predicted no short term deaths
A risk assessment prepared for the Department of Health during the Hazelwood mine fire advised no extra deaths would occur as a result of short-term exposure to ultrafine smoke particles.
All clear for Gippsland Lakes fish
Mercury in fish caught from the Gippsland Lakes is within health guidelines, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.
Gippsland top performer in immunisation
A report released last week confirms Gippsland is one of the best performing regions in Australia for immunisation against the human papillomavirus (HPV) in girls.
Strategy to overcome barriers
Gippsland mental health advocacy group Barrier Breakers is turning to online fundraising in a bid to become more self-sustaining.
Positive progress so far for Federation Training
Federation Training staff are positive the organisation will continue after a routine audit was conducted last week.
The place beyond the palms
Glass artist Tony Hanning's exhibition, 'Alone with the Alone', will showcase a series of light-filled drawings at Latrobe Regional Gallery until 15 November.
Collect your firewood tomorrow
The Spring 2015 Firewood Collection Season opens across Victoria tomorrow.
Brigade still waiting
Mirboo North Fire Brigade is in desperate need of funding to rebuild its run-down station.
Battling the faceless cyber bully
Fighting the scourge of cyber bullying to ease its burden on the community's mental health will be the focus of a public debate next month.
Potholes pain drivers
Drivers battling limited vision and waterlogged roads can blame the rain for punctured tyres, according to VicRoads southeast regional director Scott Lawrence.
‘Don’t wait for the signs’
For Traralgon businesswoman Donna Faulkner there were no signs or symptoms, just a random cancer test in the mail.
Mine fire inquiry continues probe
The Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry will this week investigate whether the fire contributed to an increased number of deaths in the Latrobe Valley.
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