Funding injection to expand facility
Traralgon steel manufacturer Steeline Gippsland has "exciting times ahead" due to the State Government supporting the company with a funding boost for large scale expansion.
Downpour tests region
The Latrobe Valley's first big downpour of the year had Traralgon residents evacuated from their homes, new infrastructure tested and a man winched to safety.
More heavy rain on the way
The State Emergency Service has warned of a high chance of flooding in the Traralgon Creek area later this afternoon and overnight.
Candidates announced
WHILE the Australian Labor Party has yet to endorse a candidate to contest the seat of Gippsland at the next federal election, the Palmer United Party has committed to announcing candidates for Gippsland and McMillan within three weeks.
Synthetic drug warning
A Latrobe Valley man has warned of the effects of synthetic drugs after his legal high almost ended in tragedy.
Reality check for new coal
The man behind a stalled coal-to-fertiliser project first announced for the Latrobe Valley in 2008 has moved to cool any lingering expectations, pledging his company is having a "damn good go" at bringing the project to fruition.
Residents advised to be prepared following flood evacuation notice
UPDATE: The State Emergency Service has issued a flood prepare to evacuate notification for homes near the Traralgon Creek.
Long weekend shortfalls
MOST of Gippsland underwent periods where no ambulance was available over the Queen's Birthday long weekend, the State Opposition claimed this week.
‘Taken for granted’
BILLIONAIRE and aspiring politician Clive Palmer says the Latrobe Valley has suffered "enormous disruption" to its community at the hands of government policies and he is the man to undo the damage.
Ambo ‘spares’ wasted
THE expertise of multiple 'spare' paramedics in Gippsland is being wasted while they "sit around" at local branches instead of easing existing workloads, according to one long-time paramedic.
Aquatic project awaits funding
Local stakeholders are not concerned the Gippsland Aquatic Centre may miss out on the latest round of federal funding, despite its absence from the first release of successfully announced projects.
Myki coming soon to Traralgon trains
Latrobe Valley V/Line commuters will be able to use the Myki ticketing system from 8 July, when it rolls out to the Traralgon line.
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