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Teenagers’ drive to independence

A MENTORING program which helps disadvantaged teenagers learn to drive is equipped to expand, following major community donations.

Advisory group established

FEDERATION University Australia has announced the formation of a leading industry advisory group into mining, resources, and mining services.

Drug offences climb

AN overall 41.6 per cent increase in drug-related crime in the Latrobe Valley has been attributed in part to a greater focus on these types of offences, according to Latrobe Service Area Acting Inspector Dean Thomas.

Community voices needed

An advocate for change has called on Narracan electorate residents to voice their opinions before it is too late.

In a state of fear

A Latrobe Valley man tells of his family's ordeal in war-torn Iraq.

CEO hunt drawing to an end

Applications for a new chief executive for Latrobe City Council are set to close at the beginning of next month.

Groups welcome monitor appointment

Community groups have welcomed the appointment of an independent monitor to Latrobe City Council, identifying a range of issues they want addressed.

Call for independent candidate

A grassroots political advocacy group is calling for an independent candidate in the lead up to the state election.

Push for Churchill pavilion increases

Pressure is mounting on Latrobe City Council to secure funding for a sports pavilion at Churchill's synthetic sports pitch.

Paintballers hopeful for fair change to age limit

A push to reduce the legal paintball age to 16 years in Victoria has been welcomed by the local fraternity of pellet paladins.

Quick thinking

Stroke-survivor Barbara Gabogrecan has written a book about her experience, despite not being able to read.

Dental waiting list to rise as jobs go from LCHS

Latrobe Community Health Service says its dental waiting list is expected to rise, following the announcement of staff redundancies.

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