Hay baling sparks fire at Jeeralang Junction
A THREE-hectare blaze at Jeeralang Junction started from hay being baled, according to the Country Fire Authority.
The switch to an energy efficient future in Latrobe
Latrobe City Council is working towards a municipality-wide switch to energy-saving light bulbs in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The sign that Christmas is on the way
LETTERS to rival the famous 'Hollywood' sign have appeared on the hills behind Yallourn North.
Powerful message of pride
THE Latrobe Valley must take pride in the past, present and future of brown coal-generated electricity and its role in Victoria's economy.
Gippsland stalwart passes on
GIPPSLAND Trades and Labour Council stalwart John Parker has died over the weekend.
Air Force Cadets aim high
LEARNING to fly solo, how to survive in the bush and gaining basic engineering skills are among the opportunities offered at the Australian Air Force Cadets.
Silence is not the answer to asbestos
The head of a national asbestos safety agency has encouraged the community to speak out about asbestos issues.
Vital health bus recognised
A world-first holiday dialysis bus that started in the Latrobe Valley has won a national disability award.
CFA attends fire at Morwell Skate Park
The Country Fire Authority was called out to a small fire at the Morwell Skate Park on Saturday night.
Spring in their step
The 2015 Latrobe Spring Festival has improved on last year's event, according to organiser and steering committee member Roula Gavalas.
Valley urged to give refugees a chance
The bullet wound scar on a Morwell resident's leg is a harsh reminder of his earlier life in South Sudan. The Express speaks with the father of five about his thoughts on accepting refugees.
PowerWorks re-energises
Latrobe Valley tourism icon PowerWorks will reopen on Friday 27 November, three years after being closed.


















