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GippsTAFE chair denies sacking

THE chair of Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE David Gittins has denied media reports of being "sacked" by Higher Education and Skills Minister Peter Hall.

‘Disgraceful’ spend on Gippsland rail

THE State Government's dedication to Gippsland rail services has been labelled "disgraceful", after announcing it had allocated less than one per cent of country rail maintenance funding to the region.

Back to the future

THE Latrobe Valley harbours a rich tradition of industrial action in the power sector.

Action takes its toll

Latrobe Valley's first power station walk-out in more than a decade has taken a costly toll, with station operator EnergyAustralia warning continued action will jeopardise future employment opportunities at the operation.

Main Drain fine

A GEOTECHNICAL assessment of the Princes Freeway in Morwell has found the town's main drain is functioning correctly.

Duty lawyers swamped

DISADVANTAGED Latrobe Valley residents facing court proceedings are set for even less access to legal assistance, with the second round of Legal Aid guideline changes taking effect next Monday.

Report details murky

THE "lack of analysis" in a scientific report used to bolster Yallourn power station's application to increase water discharge from its open cut mine has been criticised by an environmental engineering expert.

Ministers’ loss felt

THE loss of two Federal Ministers with ties to the Latrobe Valley will challenge efforts by local leaders to keep the Latrobe Valley firmly on the federal agenda.

Valley digs deep to top biggest efforts

AN anonymous Latrobe Valley family has played a pivotal role in helping Traralgon's Royal Exchange Hotel Cork Club make its biggest ever contribution to the Good Friday Appeal.

Local carers overlooked

DESPITE the Federal Government celebrating the passage of a National Disability Insurance Scheme bill through parliament, local carers warn they have been overlooked in the legislation.

‘You are not alone’

IF drug and alcohol worker Charlotte Anderson had a key message for families battling to support ice users through their addiction, it would be to shed the self-blame and understand they are not alone.

Mr Australia’s recovery

AFTER 20 years of working out at a Traralgon fitness centre, Latrobe Valley's own Mr Australia will soon help others to achieve their goals.

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