Labor’s young hope for Morwell
The Victorian Labor Party has thrown a fresh face into the Morwell electorate in hopes of curtailing the formidable 13 per cent margin held by the National Party this November election.
Resident’s call for transparency
Since the Hazelwood mine fire began on 9 February, Wallace Street resident Tineke Stratford has slept only one night in her own home.
Devil in detail for Morwell insurance payouts
The likelihood of insurance payouts for Morwell households blanketed in coal ash from the Hazelwood mine fire will come down to the fine print of individual policies, a financial adviser has warned.
Morwell on road to recovery
As the Morwell mine fire continues to subside, authorities are preparing for an emergency recovery process like no other.
Psychological burns
As Morwell and district residents conclude their fourth week of physical and emotional upheaval, the state's leading emergency recovery psychologist has urged the community to remain vigilant.
Superhuman effort
Leading firefighter at Morwell Fire Brigade Emma Conway has been heavily involved in the Hazelwood firefight since it started almost a month ago.
Unionist invites investigation
The power industry's most senior union official has welcomed a transparent investigation into allegations he had misused his union credit card.
Exposed coal batter ticked off by state
The operator of Hazelwood power station has complied with its mine rehabilitation responsibilities as set by the State Government in the area where fire took root in exposed coal batters almost one month ago.
Full health impact still unknown
A leading Victorian expert in respiratory health will not rule out the possibility of long-term heart and lung problems developing from Morwell's smoke crisis.
Morwell men wanted
As part of Operation Roundup 2, police are seeking information on the whereabouts of two Morwell men.
Prices plateau
A Morwell woman was shocked to learn the value of her property had remained static since purchasing it five years ago.
Unable to clean up
Moe residents set to clean up around the town's railway station last weekend were unable to when they did not receive their Clean Up Australia Day kit in time for the Sunday event.
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By LIAM DURKIN
YOU have to lose one to win one.
Sometimes, you even have to lose three.
Newborough Football-Netball Club put the demons of three...
