Spotlight on cleaning packages
Latrobe City's acting chief executive has been questioned about the inadequacy of self-assisted cleaning packages in the wake of the Hazelwood mine fire.
Mine fire message lost in translation
Communication experts have labelled GDF SUEZ's failure to attend public meetings during the Hazelwood mine fire a symbolic message that they didn't care.
New power station push
Latrobe City's deputy mayor wants to see a new base-load power station built in the Valley as soon as possible, and he wants council to be the project's lead advocate.
Influential Bishop dies
The Right Reverend John McIntyre, Anglican Bishop of Gippsland passed away on Friday at Monash Medical Centre, surrounded by his wife Jan and children Jessica, Paul and Lisa.
Rescheduled shut under way at Yallourn
A MAJOR generator shut at Yallourn power station, postponed during a fierce industrial dispute in 2013, is under way.
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.
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Making public transport safe
VICTORIA Police conducted a highly visible operation across Latrobe Valley's public transport network on Tuesday, April 28.
Officers from Moe, Morwell and Traralgon uniform teamed...
