Vital foster carers needed in Latrobe Valley
A Morwell based welfare agency has issued an impassioned plea for locals to consider foster care as it battles to keep up with demand.
Super Nanny
It was a case of empty nest syndrome which prompted Ellen McConnell to take up foster caring.
Government rejects death data
The Victorian Health Department has said there is "no evidence" in data suggesting an increase in the death rate during the Hazelwood mine fire.
Group’s fight taken to Parliament
Forty Latrobe Valley residents rallied on the steps of the State Parliament and in the lower house yesterday, calling for increased death rates during the Hazelwood mine fire to be investigated.
Class action support
Support is gaining for a class action against GDF SUEZ after 100 residents gathered at a community meeting to discuss the Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry report on Sunday.
Police out in force
Substance and alcohol impaired drivers will have their night out cut short when an operation by Traralgon police comes into force this weekend.
Mine Fire Inquiry not possible to reconvene: Ryan
The deputy premier says he is not "accepting, rejecting or otherwise" the data suggesting an increase in the death rate during the Hazelwood mine fire.
‘Completely devastated’
THE Latrobe Valley aviation community is in a state of shock after the death of two of its long standing members in a light-plane crash in New South Wales yesterday.
Time for change: Walhalla looks to Latrobe City
Walhalla and district has renewed its push to move into Latrobe City's boundaries, launching a Facebook page to "start the conversation" on Saturday.
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.















