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.
Drivers okay after head-on collision
Three drivers involved in a collision along Hazelwood Road about 5.30pm yesterday have avoided serious injury.
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.
Staff resign over resources
LATROBE Regional Hospital has been forced to defend the safety of its pharmaceutical practices following the resignation of its two pharmacy directors last week.
Pledge to reduce violence
Licensed venues in Traralgon's nightclub district have formalised their joint commitment to help curb alcohol-fuelled violence
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.
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Severe thunderstorms awakening heavy rain
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SLOW-MOVING thunderstorms erupted through the Latrobe Valley from the earlier hours of Friday, February 27.
Some locals took to social media to report that...
