Locals denied work on Mill shut: Unions
Unions have accused Australian Paper of abandoning the Latrobe Valley's skilled unemployed in favour of cheap overseas labour.
Unions to challenge Transfield redundancies
Twenty permanent positions were made redundant at Loy Yang Power Station on Friday as part of an expected decision by maintenance contractor Transfield Worley Power Services.
Push for tobacco licensing
Quit Victoria is calling for all political parties to commit to reducing tobacco availability ahead of November's state election, a move about three in four surveyed adults supported.
Deadly dose
The family of a Traralgon teen who died after ingesting a herbal supplement last year has spoken out in the hope of warning others of the dangers of peer-pressure and legal, over-the-counter substances.
Latrobe Valley road fatalities down
THE Latrobe Valley has seen a 75 per cent reduction in road fatalities, with two local deaths in the 12 months to August this year.
Stamp of approval
Removing stamps from envelopes and pining for those newly released is a far cry from the technology most children entertain themselves with these days.
Virus expert to share
THE Latrobe Valley community and medical professionals will this month get a rare opportunity to hear from one of the country's foremost medical researchers without having to leave the local area.
A fest for all
The next generation of German descendants will help carry on the Oktoberfest tradition with the broader community at Club Astoria, Maryvale Crescent, Morwell on Saturday.
Traralgon show court support
A 3000-capacity show court will be constructed at the Traralgon Tennis Centre, following a $1.3 million funding announcement by Sport and Recreation Minister Damian Drum this morning.
Thunderstruck
A MORWELL resident reckons her house may have been struck by lightning during Tuesday's flash storm, and a gaping hole in her roof seems to corroborate the story.
Strong winds bombard the Valley
TREES were dropping like dominoes across the region on Tuesday when a storm which rocked the state swept through the Latrobe Valley.
Celebration of cultural diversity
SIX groups from different cultural backgrounds who call Gippsland home will perform in a program showcasing their journeys to Australia.

















