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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.

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.

Council to vote on accepting merger

Latrobe City Council will tonight vote on whether it is prepared to accept a final decision by Monash University to merge the Gippsland campus with the University of Ballarat.

Drug action planned

LATROBE Valley service providers are gearing up to mark Drug Action Week this month, amid new data showing a spike in the local use of methamphetamines.

Drivers okay after head-on collision

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

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

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