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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.

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.

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.

Local carers overlooked

DESPITE the Federal Government celebrating the passage of a National Disability Insurance Scheme bill through parliament, local carers warn they have been overlooked in the legislation.

‘You are not alone’

IF drug and alcohol worker Charlotte Anderson had a key message for families battling to support ice users through their addiction, it would be to shed the self-blame and understand they are not alone.

Mr Australia’s recovery

AFTER 20 years of working out at a Traralgon fitness centre, Latrobe Valley's own Mr Australia will soon help others to achieve their goals.

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Melbourne heading off to the World Cup

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