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.
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.
Residents want inquiry to reconvene
Hands were raised in support of reopening the Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry and a coronial inquest at a public meeting on Sunday, following news the fire may have caused fatalities.
Death rate rise in Valley ‘no surprise’
Unlike the 2009 Churchill fire which claimed 11 lives, one of the few blessings in the Hazelwood mine fire disaster was the absence of death.
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.
IVF pioneer to speak in Valley
IN vitro fertilisation pioneer and international stem cell researcher, Professor Alan Trounson, will speak on stem cell research and regenerative medicine in the Latrobe Valley on Monday, 29 September.
Woman charged after armed robbery
A 30 year-old woman has been charged following an alleged armed robbery and theft of a vehicle at the Aldi car park, Traralgon on Wednesday morning.
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