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Scots stick with the Poms

The failed push for Scottish independence over the weekend will come as only a 'wee' disappointment to Traralgon's own 'jock' Gavin Dykes.

Latrobe fund may continue

Latrobe Valley Industry and Infrastructure Fund runs out, but the State Government flags intention to keep it going "in some form".

Churchill underpass to get facelift

The graffiti-covered Churchill pedestrian underpass is set to be transformed by an artists's mural.

Heated debate over mine fire report

Political mileage continued to be clocked up over the Hazelwood Mine Fire in State Parliament last week, as tempers flared during the second last sitting dates before the November election.

Loy Yang tightens belt

Union fears of widespread contractor redundancies at AGL Loy Yang, as the company moves to shore up efficiencies in an uncertain energy market.

Have your say on Inverloch beach dog restrictions

Residents, home-owners and visitors to Inverloch will get the chance to have their say on when dogs are allowed on beaches as part of a public forum on Monday night.

Drink-thrower ‘not a local’

Rapper Illy will make up for lost time with another Traralgon show on 8 November, following Saturday's drink-throwing incident. Venue-owner says alleged perpetrator wasn't from Gippsland.

Fire chief offers ‘thanks for the hospitality’

Firefighting stories from the Hazelwood coal face were swapped with the head honcho of the New South Wales Fire and Rescue service yesterday.

Asbestos pain lingers for the De Vries family

The De Vries family of Yallourn North speaks out about the loss of their father and husband almost 10 years ago and warns others to be wary of the "very real" and "very present" danger of asbestos.

Asbestos links left unmade

Experts in asbestos-related diseases will visit Latrobe Valley to give residents a greater chance at making informed decisions about their health.

Financial boost for carbon capture and storage

The ambitious pursuit to realise carbon capture and storage has attracted another $5 million in State Government funding, in hopes it can attract future investment in alternative Latrobe Valley brown coal projects.

Old-world skills win out for John

Turning a rugged physical education teacher into a Russian mafia prisoner proved to be fruitful for Traralgon veteran photographer John Ansell.

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