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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.

Mental ward strain

A confidential report detailing day-to-day operations at Latrobe Regional Hospital’s acute care units has given rare insight into a mental health system under pressure.

UPDATE: Man stable after highway crash

A man in his 20s was in a serious but stable condition at the Alfred Hospital at the weekend after being freed from a wreck following a two-car collision at Flynn on Thursday.

Near-miss in Hazelwood boiler

Two workers  almost struck with a large scaffolding pole at Hazelwood Power Station last week.

Probing bioenergy’s potential 

With the Latrobe Valley surrounded by wood plantations, journalist Louis Nelson looks at the potential role bioenergy could play in a diversified future.

Mayoral candidates yet to emerge

A week out from this year's mayoral election, Latrobe City councillors are keeping their cards close to their chest.

Frocks aplenty

A FLOCK of frocks and fascinators converged on Traralgon's Glenview Park for Ladies' Day on Saturday, where about 2300 patrons turned out for a stellar spring season opener.

Accident victims flown to Alfred

UPDATE: Two people have been flown to the Alfred Hospital after being freed from a car wreck on the Princes Highway at Flynns Creek this morning. 

Students’ voice decided

Federation University Australia will retain the student representation model currently used by the University of Ballarat.

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