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Township split met with confusion

A MOVE to split Moe and Newborough by state electoral boundaries has been met with disbelief.

Beacon bucking the trend

A NATIONAL report has found non-profit organisation Beacon, working across Gippsland schools, is "bucking the youth unemployment trend".

Hunt’s ambitious Valley prediction 

THE Federal Government's new environment minister, Greg Hunt, has stood by claims Latrobe Valley power generation emissions could be halved within 10 years.

Counting the cost of clean air

Latrobe Valley power stations moving to reduce their carbon footprints could fail to attract funds through the Federal Government's core carbon reduction incentive.

Ambos under the pump

DATA showing Latrobe Valley paramedics responded to almost 200 alcohol-related callouts in a recent year has led the State Opposition to warn of increased strain on regional ambulance services.

Hazelwood asbestos scare forces change

Workers on a maintenance shut at Hazelwood Power Station have been able to return to work following an asbestos scare.

An angel remembered

A FAMILY struck by tragedy is hoping to help other Gippsland parents deal with the devastation of losing a child.

FedUni appoints new leader

GIPPSLAND’S new Federation University campus will be fronted by long-time local Monash academic Dr Harry Ballis from next year.

Push for recycled water

Gippsland water users could find themselves one day drinking water produced from household sewage, if a renewed push by scientists to embrace recycled water is successful. 

Community cop honoured

Brett Godden formally recognised for all the qualities that have endeared him to the public for 32 years.

Government to investigate paper ‘dumping’

Federal Government to look into alleged 'dumping' of Chinese paper product into the local market.

It’s just not cricket

Stolen gear returned after on-the-ball Cash Converters staffer catches thief out in on-sale attempt.

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