Outage workers ‘shattered’
When Latrobe Valley boilermaker 'James' found out Yallourn Power Station had delayed a major generation unit outage by 12 months, he immediately became concerned for his family.
Help make recovery easier
GIPPSLANDERS are being urged to contribute to a nationwide survey that will assist the Red Cross in better serving disaster victims.
Fight continues
Unions have vowed to continue to fight for local jobs, after the next phase of a multi-million dollar recycling plant at Australian Paper's Maryvale Mill was awarded to a Melbourne-based contractor.
Interactive climate modelling
CLIMATE change will force average Latrobe Valley temperatures to jump from two to three degrees over the next 50 years, according to comprehensive climate modelling software designed exclusively for Gippsland.
The love of the job
SECOND year glass and glazing apprentice Dean Carter loves what he does.
A lesson in inattention
WHEN Latrobe City Council decided last week to move forward with plans to revitalise Moe, a packed town hall erupted with applause.
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.
Resources needed to secure future
A SOCIAL policy researcher has reminded the state and federal governments of their democratic obligation to provide financial support towards the establishment of an expanded regional university in Churchill amid discussions about its future.
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