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Budget snubs dental lab

High hopes to secure much-anticipated Commonwealth funding for a dental prosthetics lab in Churchill have been dashed once again, after the project failed a mention in Tuesday's Federal Budget.

More space for headspace

YOUNG people across Latrobe Valley will soon have access to healthcare and counselling services at headspace's new centre on the corner of Hazelwood Road and George Street, Morwell.

Family’s grave discovery

The State Government has launched an investigation into the removal and cremation of a body from the Traralgon Memorial Cemetery, authorised without the knowledge of the deceased's parents and children.

Change of tune for Morwell duo

PARALLEL roads through the arts world are set to converge when Morwell pair Jaz Flowers and Alison Rae Jones unite two musical hemispheres in 'Love and Other Battles' at Sale and Bairnsdale this month.

Angelsea closure concern for Valley

THE closure of the Anglesea power station and coal mine has come as a warning sign for the Latrobe Valley's power industry workforce.

Budget briefs from the Valley

The Express takes a snapshot look at tax breaks for small business and the back-down from a controversial plan for the unemployed.

Postcard push for preschools

POSTCARDS from families across Latrobe City will be sent to the Federal Education and Training Minister calling for certainty surrounding preschool funding.

Healthy Together takes a hit

Latrobe City Council remains optimistic its flagship health promotion initiative will continue to achieve healthy outcomes, despite a sudden $700,000 funding shortfall.

Technology the key to progressive health

TECHNOLOGY is the key to accessible mental health services for young people and could save the Federal Government millions each year, according to a recent report.

Morwell mattock murder hearing underway

A 20 year-old Morwell woman accused of murdering a 23 year-old Mowell man with a mattock has faced Latrobe Valley Magistrates' Court for a four-day committal hearing this week.

Breaking the learning bubble

FEDERATION Training has launched student service centre 'Bubbles' at its Gippsland campuses after receiving $2.5 million in State Government funding earlier this year.

Seeking the rainbow tick of approval

LATROBE Community Health Service is set to become a more inclusive workplace and community organisation as staff aim to receive the Rainbow Tick of accreditation.

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