Council’s Australian first
History was made on Monday night as Latrobe City Council became the first local government area in Australia to adopt a wood encouragement policy.
New shadow ministerial portfolios for Russell Northe
Returned member for Morwell Russell Northe says he is pleased to be "part of a new team, with some different responsibilities", after being allocated two shadow portfolios.
Timber job loss fears
THE country's key forestry union has challenged environmentalists to "get serious" about job security at the Maryvale Mill if they want to create a new national park in the central highlands.
Court pings couple for ‘no permit’
A LATROBE Valley couple have been fined $30,000 each for building an extension onto their home without a building permit in the Latrobe Valley Magistrates Court.
Gippsland’s new bishop announced
GIPPSLAND'S Anglican community has welcomed its new religious leader with the announcement of Reverend Kay Goldsworthy as its incoming Bishop on Friday.
Location debate continues
AN OPPORTUNITY to attract funding for a new performing arts centre in Latrobe City is set to again spark debate over the project's location.
Mystery plant’s blooming joy
AFTER more than 20 years with not so much as a bud, a Traralgon woman was surprised to find a shrub given to her had finally flowered.
Good local day at the races
FINE weather ensured Moe Racing Club's event on Friday was an opportunity for revellers to celebrate the festive season in a relaxed atmosphere.
Christmas ramps up
TWELVE days of Christmas shopping was launched in the Morwell central business district with entertainment, sales and skate competitions on Friday.
Don’t make yourself a target for thieves
POLICE are concerned about a recent spate of thefts of trailers from rural and residential properties in Gippsland and are asking owners to be vigilant.
Vow to push Labor
LATROBE Valley's union heavyweights are preparing to ramp up their influence on State Government policy through their traditional allegiance with the Labor party.
Drink drivers alarm
THE rate of drink driving on Latrobe Valley roads has left traffic police surprised and disappointed, as authorities ramp up their road safety campaigns ahead of Christmas.
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Severe thunderstorms awakening heavy rain
STAFF WRITERS
SLOW-MOVING thunderstorms erupted through the Latrobe Valley from the earlier hours of Friday, February 27.
Some locals took to social media to report that...
