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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".

Churchill underpass to get facelift

The graffiti-covered Churchill pedestrian underpass is set to be transformed by an artists's mural.

Heated debate over mine fire report

Political mileage continued to be clocked up over the Hazelwood Mine Fire in State Parliament last week, as tempers flared during the second last sitting dates before the November election.

Loy Yang tightens belt

Union fears of widespread contractor redundancies at AGL Loy Yang, as the company moves to shore up efficiencies in an uncertain energy market.

Have your say on Inverloch beach dog restrictions

Residents, home-owners and visitors to Inverloch will get the chance to have their say on when dogs are allowed on beaches as part of a public forum on Monday night.

Financial boost for carbon capture and storage

The ambitious pursuit to realise carbon capture and storage has attracted another $5 million in State Government funding, in hopes it can attract future investment in alternative Latrobe Valley brown coal projects.

Old-world skills win out for John

Turning a rugged physical education teacher into a Russian mafia prisoner proved to be fruitful for Traralgon veteran photographer John Ansell.

Senseless attack on 100 year-old tree

Police are investigating a vandalism attack on one of Commercial Road, Morwell's two iconic palm trees.

Community divided over Walhalla move

Not all Walhalla and district ratepayers support a proposed move into Latrobe City Council's boundaries - a matter pushed by the Walhalla and Mountain Rivers Tourism Association.

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