Ambos under the pump
DATA showing Latrobe Valley paramedics responded to almost 200 alcohol-related callouts in a recent year has led the State Opposition to warn of increased strain on regional ambulance services.
Hazelwood asbestos scare forces change
Workers on a maintenance shut at Hazelwood Power Station have been able to return to work following an asbestos scare.
An angel remembered
A FAMILY struck by tragedy is hoping to help other Gippsland parents deal with the devastation of losing a child.
Electrifying experience
MIRBOO North residents found their household appliances blowing up en masse last week when a high voltage power surge ripped through part of the town's electricity network.
FedUni appoints new leader
GIPPSLAND’S new Federation University campus will be fronted by long-time local Monash academic Dr Harry Ballis from next year.
Push for recycled water
Gippsland water users could find themselves one day drinking water produced from household sewage, if a renewed push by scientists to embrace recycled water is successful.
It’s just not cricket
Stolen gear returned after on-the-ball Cash Converters staffer catches thief out in on-sale attempt.
Getting young mums back on track
Young mums disengaged from education offered a unique chance to return to school.
Asbestos exposure scare
Twelve maintenance workers on a shut-down at Hazelwood Power Station may have been exposed to asbestos, a union has revealed.
Urban roo’s tragic end
A RARE sighting of a kangaroo hopping through the streets of Morwell has ended in the native animal's death.
Fugitive arrested
The fugitive thought to possibly be hiding out in the Latrobe Valley has been arrested at an address in Broadmeadows.
Cutbacks impact on health
Mental health advocates have warned a "major detrimental impact" is being felt by Latrobe Valley people suffering depression and anxiety disorders following Medicare cutbacks to counselling support.
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Student-led clinic aims to boost allied health services
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FEDERATION University Australia is boosting allied health services in Gippsland while giving students critical hands-on training, with the opening of its community wellness...
