Document warned fire fighters of deadly gas
A DOCUMENT which warned of "potentially deadly" pockets of carbon monoxide in the Hazelwood mine, was only in its draft stage at the time of the February blaze, despite having been written four years earlier.
Insurance success for some Morwell residents
Morwell residents struggling to have their cleaning-related insurance claims paid in the wake of the fires can breathe a sigh a relief after agreements were reached.
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.
No triple zero call from Hazelwood
The manager in charge of the safety and security of the Hazelwood mine failed to phone triple zero when the mine caught fire, an inquiry has heard.
Talk about it, make a difference
Latrobe Regional Hospital has launched a fundraising appeal to transform the ageing, drab courtyards in its psychiatric unit into a vibrant garden that can assist in mental health recovery.
Communication methods questioned
Fire Services Commissioner Craig Lapsley has questioned the methods of communication used to warn the community during the Hazelwood mine fire, at a public hearing held in Morwell on Monday.
Take the pledge
A moment of inattention at the wheel can cause a lifetime of consequence - something Morwell's Troy Makepeace knows all too well.
Ex-engineer provides input
A FORMER manager of Hazelwood and Loy Yang power stations has questioned the use of water dumping helicopters in response to the Hazelwood mine fire.
Hazelwood defends fire response
HAPHAZARD decision-making and challenges to staff resources have been revealed in a sweep of GDF Suez testimonies detailing the initial response of the Hazelwood mine fire.
‘It’s a busy life, but it’s good’
CHERISHED priest Father Peter Ainsworth Bickley had plenty to celebrate during the 40th anniversary celebrations of his ordainment at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Morwell on Tuesday.
Not backing down
More than 50 business leaders showed they would not shy away from the issue of workplace bullying at a forum yesterday.
Don’t stop visiting your GP
A Moe general practitioner has urged residents to keep visiting their doctor in the wake of the Federal Government's announcement of a visitation payment fee.
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