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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.

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.

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