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Rebrand to say ‘look at us’

LATROBE City Image Strategy is an opportunity to say "look at us" according to Latrobe City Mayor Ed Vermeulen.

Fuel price frustration continues to grow

Local politicians have been "inundated" with fuel price complaints recently, as frustration builds among local motorists over ongoing differences between regional and metro bowser prices.

A colourful life

ENTERING an international art competition and securing a spot at the finals has given Gippsland's Roslyn Jennings a surge of confidence.

Roadside ‘hazards’ cut

A GROUNDSWELL of community opposition has forced VicRoads to defend its multi-million dollar Princes Highway road safety project.

Family distraught by missing dogs

The nights have been a little quieter around an Avondale Road, Morwell household recently.

Small steps to supported accommodation

A LOCAL mental health advocacy organisation is hoping its efforts to create more fully-supported accommodation units in the region will spur more action to address the needs of those with mental illnesses.

Bridging the education gap

A GROUP of Gippsland schools hope to increase student outcomes by bridging the gap between pre-service and in-service teachers.

Restaurant keeps its doors open

DESPITE being thrust into a difficult climate, a key Gippsland facility will strive to continue servicing the needs of the community.

A walk to remember

TATTOOED on Linda Welsh's foot is a motivational script which she hopes will help get her through the dense jungle and soaring mountains of the Kokoda track in Papua New Guinea.

Multi-million dollar expansion

THE multi-million dollar expansion plans of a local firm, expected to create up to 18 jobs, were today boosted by a State Government grant.

Recovery works progress

RECOVERY work at the Yallourn mine has progressed, with a partial diversion of the Morwell River now in place.

Great Aussie performance

WHAT better way to showcase the great Australian culture than through a play full of great Aussie rock songs, blunt humour and terrible accents.

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