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Footy grand final eve decision split

A REPORT detailing the impact of last month's controversial grand final eve public holiday across Gippsland's tourism industry has come to light.

Drain pain abated

RATEPAYERS have avoided absorbing up to $100 million in maintenance and repair costs following a Latrobe City victory in the Supreme Court of Victoria last week.

Clarity sought on govt coal policy

The State Government's plan to review coal development programs has been labelled "ambiguous" and prompted calls for a clear statement about its stance on coal.

Inspiring words from Rosie

A RECORD audience turned out to hear from Australian of the Year and campaigner against domestic violence Rosie Batty at a Latrobe Community Network Event on Thursday.

Newborough station well ‘out of date’

Member for Morwell Russell Northe is calling on the State Government to upgrade Newborough's ageing fire station.

Buckingham launches McMillan campaign

Labor has launched its campaign to win back the Federal seat of McMillan at the next federal election.

Research outcomes trump publication

Changes to university research funding would lead to higher quality research projects tailored to community needs, according to Federation University.

Training key to disability sector: Gippsland carers

Improved training for disability workers and protection for whistle-blowers were among the issues raised at a Morwell public hearing for the parliamentary inquiry into abuse in disability services.

Push to stand tall against family violence

Latrobe City Council has just signed a new enterprise bargaining agreement, which includes a family violence clause.

Last-minute reprieve for Sunflower project

A council grant worth $12,500 has been awarded to the group behind the Get Sunflowered project.

Jobs under threat at Loy Yang

At least 15 power station jobs will be lost at AGL Loy Yang under a new enterprise bargaining agreement put to employees.

State launches coal program review

The State Government has launched a review of coal development programs and new coal policy after a Latrobe Valley demonstration project was withdrawn.

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Making public transport safe

  VICTORIA Police conducted a highly visible operation across Latrobe Valley's public transport network on Tuesday, April 28. Officers from Moe, Morwell and Traralgon uniform teamed...