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Dream of a cancer-free world

Latrobe Valley residents have raised about $40,000 so far for cancer research ahead of this weekend's Relay for Life.

Services put to the test

New emergency response plans improved since the Hazelwood mine fire have been put to the test in a mock fire scenario.

Desal plant ‘may be needed’

Victoria's desalination plant at Wonthaggi could be switched on to deal with water shortages in rural areas.

Treasurer talks roads, food and freight

INFRASTRUCTURE, freight capability, food production and agricultural business across Gippsland were among issues put to State Treasurer Tim Pallas on Friday.

Cheers to that

WITH a hearty 'prost!' more than 1500 people helped Latrobe Valley's German community celebrate Oktoberfest on Saturday.

District waiting game

The new Country Fire Authority District created to cater to the Latrobe Valley is yet to be fully established despite being officially launched.

EPA sets eyes on GDF SUEZ

HAZELWOOD mine owners GDF SUEZ could face legal action under State Government environmental law, for smoke and ash pollution created during the mine fire last year.

Let’s chat about bushfires

A CONVERSATION about how best to live with bushfire took place in Churchill at the weekend, with more than 200 people participating.

Retail size does matter

A MAJOR retail development proposed for Traralgon's north has triggered concern it could damage small businesses in the centre of town.

Cost of the Valley’s education

A Labor senator has spoken out against the controversial university deregulation plan, saying it would affect the Latrobe Valley's already struggling education system.

MPs’ commitment to Valley paper

ALMOST all the paper used in Gippsland politicians' offices is made in the Latrobe Valley, but no local MPs are using 100 per cent recycled paper.

Tarwin Street facelift

A TOWN square-like concept could see part of Tarwin Street in Morwell become a pedestrian and cycling friendly area.

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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...