Rate reduction rejected
Latrobe City Council will not to pursue a rate reduction for the residents of postcode 3840 as compensation for the Hazelwood mine fire, as proposed by Cr Christine Sindt.
‘Surplus’ land sale decision deferred
Residents have voiced their opposition to Latrobe City Council's proposed sales of "surplus" parcels of land and properties.
Brodie’s road to Gallipoli
A 15 year-old Morwell boy has been selected as one of 80 students from across Victoria to attend the 2015 Anzac Day Gallipoli commemorative tour.
Gippsland overflowing with tourism potential
Expanding community-run events including the Walhalla Ljusfest for international and state-wide tourism is among a series of recommendations outlined in a Victorian tourism report.
EPA investigation underway
The Environment Protection Authority is collecting witness statements from some mine operators as part of ongoing investigations following the Hazelwood mine fire.
Unwanted attention
Morwell resident Paul Gitsham has had a "gutful" of ongoing police visits to his street in Mountain Grey Rise, Morwell.
Latrobe City passes on Walhalla meeting
Latrobe City Council decided it would not enter into discussions with Baw Baw Shire regarding Walhalla's potential move to within the city's boundaries.
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.
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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By LIAM DURKIN
FINALS-type weather greeted Gippsland League venues at the weekend.
With September only a few weeks away, players were given a good test...
