Development may threaten species
Moe bushland enthusiasts are concerned a proposed development neighbouring Edward Hunter Reserve may threaten a vulnerable species of fish.
The power of ‘sustainability’
BUZZ word 'sustainability', used to describe environmental actions and attitudes, has been found vague to Latrobe Valley businesses, according to an academic study.
Morwell’s retail boom
"VERY happy" Morwell retailers welcomed an increase in sales due to the Revive Morwell initiative, which saw more than $500,000 injected into the town last week.
Cost of child care could climb
Parents across Latrobe Valley have voiced their objection to proposed increases to child care costs outlined in Latrobe City Council's proposed fees and charges for 2014/15.
Michelle’s mission of mercy
Traralgon nurse Michelle McEwan is not new to traveling with a purpose.
Pollution laws up in smoke
AN Australian report has used the Hazelwood mine fire as a case study in a push for more effective national air pollution laws.
The hunt for information
Gippsland Asbestos Related Disease Support group secretary Vicki Hamilton has told the Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry how a lack of official information about the fire led her to 'Google' in order to get answers for members.
EPA not equipped for rapid response
THE Environment Protection Authority has never been equipped to quickly deploy air-monitoring facilities in an emergency, the Inquiry into the Hazelwood mine fire heard this week.
Carbon monoxide warning unnecessary: Lester
Victoria's Chief Health Officer has labelled a decision by the Hazelwood fire Incident Controller to issue a watch and act message about elevated levels of carbon monoxide on 15 February as unnecessary.
The changing face of the force
A LATROBE local area commander has welcomed discussions concerning the direction of Victoria Police's future following yesterday's release of the Blue Paper.
Council concerns
THE deputy mayor has forwarded a statement of allegations about Latrobe City Council to the Independent Broad-Based Anti-Corruption Commission.
A confusing and chaotic night
Confusion, chaos and condemning remarks from mine employees were the first signs of a treacherous night ahead of firefighters responding to the Hazelwood mine fire.
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Pegasus return to seniors
SOCCER
LVSL
By LIAM DURKIN
GUESS who's back.
Pegasus Soccer Club are returning to the Latrobe Valley Soccer League's senior men's competition.
The Horsemen did not field a side...
