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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.

Latrobe’s Biggest Ever Blokes BBQ to run buses

Latrobe’s Biggest Ever Blokes BBQ will offer free buses to the event on Friday at Kernot Hall, Morwell.

Expansion bolsters jobs

A MIX of lateral and local thinking has seen the planned expansion of a Morwell waste management business remain in the Latrobe Valley, with Pinegro announcing a $545,00 upgrade to its operations.

Manufacturing industry downturn

Unions fear a dramatic decrease in Gippsland's manufacturing industry in the past five years will continue in the wake of job cuts across Victoria.

Track inspection set

A track inspection train will become the sole occupant of the V/Line rail line between Traralgon and Bairnsdale this week, as part of the company's "maintenance blitz" along the stretch.

Valley left out, again

SCATHING criticism has been levelled at the Federal Government following confirmation the region can expect just $1.4 million next financial year for its economic diversification.

Politicians defend Latrobe mayor

TWO Gippsland-based politicians have come to the defence of Latrobe City Mayor Sandy Kam in the wake of allegations she failed to properly engage with them over the Monash University Gippsland merger issue.

Worker fall still under investigation

Worksafe investigators are yet to release details regarding a serious accident at Hazelwood Power Station last week, when a maintenance worker suffered head and back injuries in a two-and-a-half metre fall.

Traralgon drug trafficker sentenced

A 34 YEAR-old Traralgon man has been sentenced to nine years and nine months in prison for trafficking a large commercial quantity of methylamphetamine.

Change road habits

Latrobe Highway Patrol has issued a warning to motorists to change their driving behaviour to suit the approaching winter weather.

Kennett’s boost falls flatin Latrobe Valley

OPINION: It was disconcerting to read of former Victorian Premier Jeff Kennett stepping in to rally the Geelong troops last week as the region faced the decimation of its car manufacturing base with the foreshadowed closure of Ford.

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