Candidate blasts ‘city-centric’ budget
Labor candidate for Morwell Jadon Mintern has labelled the Napthine Government's infrastructure-heavy budget as "city-centric" and neglectful of regional areas.
Costly proposal
A peak medical body has chastised recommendations the Federal Government replace universal bulk billing with co-payment charges for visits to the doctor, as part of measures which would be "sorely felt" in the Latrobe Valley.
From little things, big things grow
MIRBOO NORTH will celebrate its artistic community while raising money for its local primary school this Mother's Day weekend.
Chief agrees health study not long enough
Victoria's chief health officer Dr Rosemary Lester has voiced her support for the study into long-term health impacts of the Hazelwood mine fire to run beyond the proposed 10 years.
All eyes on festival opener
The inaugural Valley Art Festival has opened in popular fashion, with a large crowd turning out on Friday night to view work from five art groups across Latrobe at the Traralgon Court House.
Sharin’ a great yarn or two
The rich local history of Latrobe Valley's indigenous community will be enshrined on video, with the help of a local contingent of Koorie teenagers trying their hand at filmmaking.
Back to drawing board
THE protracted wait for construction of a new home for three Morwell primary schools is set to continue, with the State Government revealing it intends to go back to the drawing board.
No budget surprises
There were no surprises for the Latrobe Valley in the State Budget, with the previously announced $73 million Latrobe Regional Hospital expansion remaining the region's big ticket item.
Rail line upgrades booked in
More reliable train services along the Gippsland line are a step closer, with upgrades to the Pakenham and Cranbourne lines set to begin in early 2015.
Encouraging understanding
A misunderstood condition may be unknowingly affecting many Latrobe Valley residents.
Morwell mine fire health centre awarded
The Morwell health assessment centre established during the Hazelwood open cut mine fire has won a national public safety award.
New editor for Express
The Latrobe Valley Express has this week welcomed a new editor - Shaun Mallia.
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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...
