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Financial boost

Morwell's small business community has breathed a sigh of relief following the establishment of a $2 million State Government fund to compensate for financial losses during the smoke crisis.

‘We are close’

After plaguing Morwell with its smoky fallout for just shy of a month, the Hazelwood open cut fire may be contained and under control by the end of the long weekend.

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.

Relief fund to extend support

Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund's committee will extend its support to the most vulnerable of Morwell residents whose health has been affected by the smoke.

Morwell united in anger

HUNDREDS of disgruntled Latrobe Valley residents crammed into Kernot Hall, Morwell on Sunday to demand a royal commission into the township's fire and smoke crisis.

Rosedale rallies for Xavier

In the midst of tragedy striking a young family, the Rosedale community is uniting to show their support.

Ready to leave

Morwell resident Yvonne Norris has asthma, and she's sick of struggling to breathe.

Making the most of life

AFTER suffering the debilitating effects of severe hypothyroidism, an 18 year-old Morwell girl decided she was not going to miss out anymore.

‘Show compassion for workers’

Deputy Premier Peter Ryan has encouraged business-owners to exercise compassion when approached by smoke-affected workers for time off.

State of happiness

For Jen Den Toom, it was finding her own path to happiness that inspired her to help others do the same.

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