Fresh food thinking
A NEW approach to the obesity epidemic plaguing Latrobe Valley aims to transform the region's 'food system' through a series of initiatives.
More smokers than average
Latrobe Valley continues to host Gippsland's largest proportion of smokers, despite gradual reductions in smoking rates across the region.
Community ads hit the mark
The success of an anti-smoking television campaign targeting Gippsland's indigenous communities has bolstered hopes the region's high aboriginal smoking rates can be reduced.
Mine rescue mission
The emergency response expertise of Latrobe Valley's power industry was pitted against the state's finest at the weekend, at the Victorian Mine Rescue Competition held at the AGL Loy Yang mine.
Mammoth efforts recognised
The incredible fundraising efforts of a Moe man, which saw almost $1 million raised for the Royal Children's Hospital, have been recognised with the prestigious Dame Elisabeth Murdoch award.
Coal mine planning’s dark history
MORE than three decades ago, long-time local planning manager David Langmore was brewing an idea that Latrobe Valley's unique history lent itself to the possibility of a book unveiling the stories behind some of its monumental events.
Getting behind small businesses
Businesses throughout Latrobe Valley celebrated the inaugural Support Small Business Day on Saturday, with most concluding it was a great concept with room for improvement.
Feedback wanted
Gippsland voters had their say on how local councillors are elected at a public hearing on Monday.
A safer pathway
A pathway leading to the Morwell Skate Park will soon be constructed following a funding announcement on Tuesday.
Latrobe hospital used as best example
LATROBE Regional Hospital was held up as one of the "best examples of how a healthcare service can be run" to a visiting Thai delegation, in Australia to observe new developments in the field, this week.
Morwell magnesium move
LONG-held plans for a magnesium plant in the Latrobe Valley have progressed with an announcement yesterday the project's proponents have secured a brownfield site in Morwell for a proposed start-up.
Carers need to re-charge
Traralgon carers joined together last week to support one another and highlight their need for more help.
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Melbourne makes Opals cut
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BY BLAKE METCALF-HOLT
SEVEN cuts were made for the Australian Opals, with Traralgon's Jade Melbourne holding her spot.
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