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.
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.
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.
















