Compensation cuts could hit mental injury claims
Two Latrobe Valley road trauma professionals have spoken out against legislation which could prevent people psychologically scarred by car crashes from accessing compensation.
Frontline fire bombers grounded
Two fixed-wing fire bombers contracted to operate from Latrobe Regional Airport this bushfire season have been grounded amid structural integrity concerns.
Hotel proposal stymied
A developer has labelled a planning decision by Latrobe City Council to refuse a three-storey hotel for Traralgon's central business district as "inept".
Gibson voted in as mayor
Councillor Sharon Gibson was endorsed by four of her eight fellow councillors this evening to be Latrobe City’s mayor for the next year.
Shop here, shop local
In support of local business and the future viability of the Latrobe Valley, The Express has today launched its 'Buy Local - Shop Latrobe' campaign, where we encourage residents to rediscover the advantages of shopping in their own backyard.
Walking to a healthier life
In an effort to increase healthy behaviours among children, Latrobe Valley schools will participate in Walk to School November.
Communicating connections
Winners of a competition in which Gippsland indigenous Australians who shared their connection to the land through photography and artwork, were announced last week.
Biofuels potential to be explored
The potential production and use of biofuels in Gippsland will be explored at an upcoming forum pooling national and international expertise on the emerging industry.
Teachers under pressure
Latrobe Valley teaching staff remain on edge, amid ongoing confusion surrounding the State Government's intentions to introduce stricter performance pay and review guidelines.
Shop ’til you virtually drop
CHURCHILL'S John Cecotti has created a virtual mall to redefine the way people shop online.
Distance no longer a deterrent to education
A Technology Enabled Learning Centre was officially launched at GippsTAFE Morwell today as part of a $5 million commitment to improve regional education.
NBN uncertainty
Progress on the rollout of high speed broadband to Traralgon households continues to remain unclear, with construction progress data removed from the National Broadband Network rollout website.
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System is fuel for thought
By AIDAN KNIGHT
REGULATIONS concerning fuel retailers have come into play across Victoria, requiring mandatory fuel price reporting.
The new system, introduced last August, requires all...
