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Govt pledges school funding

Much-needed upgrades to Albert Street Primary School's perimeter fence could become a reality if the current State Government is re-elected, Member for Narracan Gary Blackwood announced on Friday.

Start the conversation

In the aftermath of losing their brother-in-law to depression, a Traralgon couple hope to bring the topic of suicide to the forefront in the Latrobe Valley.

Hope through strength

Naomi Murphy emulates strength and courage. She sits peacefully in the meeting room, sharing her story with conviction. But Ms Murphy's story is not uncommon - she has been a victim of domestic violence.

Traralgon is race ready

While trainers are busy preparing their horses, Latrobe Valley women are finalising their outfits ahead of Ladies' Day at Glenview Park, Traralgon on Saturday.

Educating to stop abuse

In a bid to reduce child sexual abuse rates, a Latrobe Valley entertainment icon has set out to educate children's workers and parents about empowering children.

High rent creates stress

Almost a third of renters in Latrobe Valley are in housing stress according to data recently analysed by the Council to Homeless Persons.

Engineered to succeed

One in three Gippslanders who undertake vocational training leave the area, but a partnership between the TAFE, university and engineering companies hopes to stem the flow.

Bitter end to insurance claim

A dispute over an insurance claim to replace roof insulation allegedly damaged after the Hazelwood mine fire has ended in disappointment for a Morwell resident.

Valley no place for Palmer’s ‘mining pawn’

Billionaire mining magnate Clive Palmer's "shareholder tycoon" attitude towards the Latrobe Valley has been slammed by a departing Palmer United Party member, amid claims the party is in "complete disarray".

Moe Subway held up

Police are appealing for witnesses to an armed robbery at Moe's Subway restaurant on Wednesday night.

Fire preparation work underway

Hazelwood mine operator GDF SUEZ has provided tours of fire preparation work in the open cut to dampen community fear prior to the fire season.

Fire destroys home

A Moe South family's home was destroyed in a fire on Thursday night.

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Pegasus return to seniors

SOCCER LVSL By LIAM DURKIN   GUESS who's back. Pegasus Soccer Club are returning to the Latrobe Valley Soccer League's senior men's competition. The Horsemen did not field a side...