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.
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
Focused on the prize
A Traralgon photography duo have been left counting their wins following success at a national photography competition.
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.
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Morwell versus the world
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By LIAM DURKIN
UNDERDOGS are common in Australian sport.
Think Steven Bradbury, Cliffy Young, or even the Australian cricket team at the 2023 World...
