HRL spends millions
HRL has spent $20 million in State Government funds preparing for a dual-gas plant in the Latrobe Valley which now looks unlikely to be built.
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.
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.
Recovery works progress
RECOVERY work at the Yallourn mine has progressed, with a partial diversion of the Morwell River now in place.
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.
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.
Police crack down on unsolved crime
AN increase in police resources in the region has lead to an initiative by the Moe Police to crackdown on outstanding issues.
HRL loses Fed backing
HRL'S proposed Morwell dual gas-fired power station looks likely to be shelved following a Federal Government announcement late Friday it had terminated a $100 million funding agreement with the company.