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TAFE takings down

The financial takings of Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE took a significant hit in 2012, with its surplus down 45 per cent on the previous year, an audit of the sector has shown.

Valley should build on coal strengths: Weller

THE author of a key report into the impact of carbon pricing on the Latrobe Valley believes attempts to 'diversify' the region's economic base are likely to fall flat.

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.

Drivers okay after head-on collision

Three drivers involved in a collision along Hazelwood Road about 5.30pm yesterday have avoided serious injury.

Stench overwhelms residents

The source of a stench which overwhelmed a number of Traralgon West residents last week has been identified as hard rubbish burnt during clean up operations by HVP plantations.

Challenges still ahead

Local indigenous Australians have said challenges still lay ahead, despite the progress made towards equality

No giggling matter

Mid Valley Shopping Centre has apologised to disgruntled mothers after it was accused of an advertising ploy over the highly anticipated appearance by a children's entertainer.

Fight against TAFE cuts

The ongoing upheaval against State Government cuts to the TAFE sector came to the Yallourn campus yesterday afternoon, with the education union launching its 'TAFE4ALL' campaign.

Gov affirms new coal future 

The State Government has given its firmest affirmation yet Latrobe Valley's future prosperity lays in new coal projects.

Taxi reform concerns voiced

Off peak fares and drivers increased share of takings are among the State Government's taxi industry reforms that have some Latrobe Valley taxi owners and drivers concerned.

Win for child safety

In "a win for child safety" a loophole that allowed taxis to transport young children not properly restrained is set to be closed.

Backyard ink fears

A local tattoo artist fears illegal backyard tattooing operations are on the rise in the Latrobe Valley and is urging ink-lovers to steer clear.

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