Gippsland South by-election fires up
Gippsland South voters are set to return to the polls for a second time in three-and-a-half months, with a 14 March date set for the upcoming by-election of the state seat.
Police appeal for witnesses of Chook Hill arson
LATROBE Criminal Investigation Unit set up camp on the south side of Morwell's Maryvale Road on Tuesday afternoon, hoping to find what sparked last week's fire.
Decade’s worth of Mirboo North Idol
FOR 10 years, Gippsland performers have gathered in Mirboo North to compete in the town's annual talent-performance competition.
Gippsland set for goosebumps over Haunted Hills
The Latrobe Valley's apparent appetite for the macabre has emerged through a new tourism venture, which enjoyed a strong turnout in its freaky 'Friday the 13th' launch.
Don’t get too fired up on Port Anthony’s coal role
AN emerging port facility in South Gippsland spruiked as the key to Latrobe Valley's export potential has hosed down hype over its coal-handling future.
Latrobe City day care in a ‘state of flux’
A FAMILY day care program used by more than 200 families across the Latrobe Valley will continue for now, despite use of the service dropping by almost 50 per cent over the last five years.
Tony’s sunny disposition
AFTER pulling out the weeds of his former job and planting the seeds of a new career, 53 year-old Tony Lea's work life is blooming.
Principals: Where did the funding go?
A LABOR-led investigation into the 'Gonski' fund shows Latrobe Valley schools may have missed out on vital support.
Labor ‘backflips’ on Hazelwood closure
Ambitious plans by the Greens to force the closure of Hazelwood Power Station have surfaced during the first week of parliamentary question time, prompting accusations of a 'backflip' by the Labor Government.
Pet rescuers forever working
IN three years, 934 animals' lives have been saved by a Latrobe Valley-based volunteer-run pet rescue group.
O’Brien to run for Gippsland South
NEWLY-elected Upper House Member for Eastern Victoria Danny O'Brien has been pre-selected unopposed as the Nationals candidate for the Gippsland South by-election.
Arson attempt foiled
A MORWELL family woke to a frightening scene when would-be arsonists attempted to light their caravan on fire on Friday morning.



















