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Digging deep in support

AS the first shovel of dirt was turned, those looking to create a haven for Latrobe Valley residents rejoiced.

Hip Hop gig cut short

Illy gig turns sour when artist is hit in the face with drink container mid-performance at Traralgon.

Candidate withdraws

THREE names are being printed on ballot papers in a push to elect Morwell's independent candidate in November's state election, but one has already dropped out of the race.

IVF pioneer to speak in Valley

IN vitro fertilisation pioneer and international stem cell researcher, Professor Alan Trounson, will speak on stem cell research and regenerative medicine in the Latrobe Valley on Monday, 29 September.

Woman charged after armed robbery

A 30 year-old woman has been charged following an alleged armed robbery and theft of a vehicle at the Aldi car park, Traralgon on Wednesday morning.

New station on the horizon

Morwell Fire Brigade will benefit from a new multi-million dollar station, replacing the McDonald Street facility it has "outgrown".

Cancer centre increases capacity

A MAJOR expansion of the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre, aimed at addressing an increasing demand for cancer services, will be completed by the end of the month.

Tribute to an important part of Driffield’s history

IN a bid to create awareness of Driffield's history, a resident's push for a informative display commemorating the community that was has borne fruit.

Kellie’s patient journey

From chair of the board, to patient in her own hospital, Kellie O'Callaghan speaks about her breast cancer journey.

Employment barrier to a new life

THE lack of job opportunities is the greatest barrier facing migrants when relocating to regional Victoria, according to newly-arrived migrants speaking at a training seminar in the Latrobe Valley.

The changing face of the Valley

THE face of migration into Latrobe Valley is changing dramatically in the wake of an ageing European community.

More work to be done: Advance Morwell

Advance Morwell chair John Guy has joined the chorus of discontent over the Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry Report's failure to recommend changes to the rehabilitation of the Latrobe Valley's open cut mines.

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