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Labor’s late candidate switch

The Labor party has been forced to make an 11th hour candidate changeover in the upper house seat of Eastern Victoria, two months out from the state election.

Calls to allay terror fears

Muslims living in the Latrobe Valley are concerned recent police raids against suspected terrorists may create fear and anxiety among their ranks.

Biker Mecca

Religion and motorcycles will meet at Mirboo North for Gippsland's inaugural 'Blessing of the Bike' ceremony.

Snail mail democracy

Vote counting has begun in a pre-selection ballot for an independent candidate in the Morwell seat, despite residents in Yinnar and Boolarra not receiving ballot papers.

Black coal tested

Queensland's black coal was the cause of a dark plume of smoke pouring out of Hazelwood Power Station on Monday.

Moe man killed

A 52 year-old Moe man was killed when his motorcycle and a four-wheel-drive collided at an intersection at Driffield on Monday about 4.50pm

Master J’s journey

Three year-old Jakob Engley will travel to the United States to undergo three weeks of intensive therapy for an undiagnosed genetic disorder.

Wheelchair cab service ‘not viable’

Traralgon Taxis has been forced to cut back on its wheelchair accessible cabs amid increasing financial pressures.

Huge workforce tackles Loy Yang digital overhaul

A colossal $60 million upgrade to an AGL Loy Yang generation unit is in full swing, with more than 900 personnel expected to be engaged in the overhaul.

Students have a say

Young students were given a rare taste of politics when Latrobe Valley 1st visited Federation University last week.

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".

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