Wallaby dragged
A dead Swamp wallaby which appeared to have been dragged around the streets of Traralgon was found dumped in Hotham Street early Friday morning.
Coal plans on the table
The latest brown coal new technology developer with Latrobe Valley ambitions, Newtech Energy, is presenting its development plans to the community tomorrow.
Council to vote on accepting merger
Latrobe City Council will tonight vote on whether it is prepared to accept a final decision by Monash University to merge the Gippsland campus with the University of Ballarat.
Drug action planned
LATROBE Valley service providers are gearing up to mark Drug Action Week this month, amid new data showing a spike in the local use of methamphetamines.
HRL money fate unclear
The fate of $30 million in Victorian taxpayer money, awarded to HRL's embattled dual gas project, remains unclear, more than 10 months after Commonwealth funding for the project was withdrawn.
Support sought for medical project
THE Federal Government has been asked to support an ambitious multi-million dollar proposal for a new medical and training facility in the Latrobe Valley, despite the federal budget allocating a minimal sum to the region.
Drivers okay after head-on collision
Three drivers involved in a collision along Hazelwood Road about 5.30pm yesterday have avoided serious injury.
Yallourn talks recommence
A conciliation session between Yallourn Power Station management and workforce unions tomorrow will mark the first actual negotiation between the parties since enterprise bargaining talks stalled in April.
Traralgon clinic to expand
THE capacity of one of Latrobe Valley's largest private medical clinics is set to expand with the assistance of a hefty Federal Government grant.
Cooking from the heart
A Latrobe Valley mother of two will be cooking up a storm on the small screens this year after being selected to compete in Masterchef.
Industry funds are available
LATROBE Valley businesses have been urged to apply for funds through the State Government's Latrobe Valley Industry and Infrastructure Fund, in light of vast sums currently being allocated to West Gippsland.
Promoting awareness
Early detection of kidney disease is vital, and to mark Kidney Health Week, local renal nurses are promoting awareness.