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Quake rocks Valley

AFTERSHOCKS from the earthquake which struck the Latrobe Valley this week may be felt for years to come and a potentially larger quake may follow.

Wild weather on the way

GIPPSLANDERS may be in for another rough night after the Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe weather warning for damaging winds on Wednesday afternoon and evening.

Quake hits Valley

The Latrobe Valley was rocked by a 5.3 magnitude earthquake with a depth of 10 kilometres last night.

Traralgon roundhouse back on track

UPGRADES to the historic Traralgon railway precinct have been completed, and it could soon open its doors to the community.

Music venue fights shire

THE ongoing dispute between Trafalgar East’s Power Ranch and Baw Baw Shire Council has escalated following the popular music venue’s move to take the fight to Victoria’s independent tribunal.

Helpful boost for new club

THE newly-established Boolarra and District Horse and Trail Riding Club have received a funds boost after a local business won a statewide competition.

Power boss switches off

WHEN Ian Nethercote started out as a junior engineer in the local power industry many years ago, he could not have predicted the stellar career that was to come.

Lucrative contract

WORKWAYS Morwell has nabbed a lucrative Job Services Australia contract after the previous provider did not reach the minimum service standard.

Staff engaged

THE new consortium of companies nominated by the Federal Government to provide apprentices support services in the region plans to increase its coverage in the Gippsland and Melbourne region from 1 July.

Bringing back memories

For a number of Latrobe Valley residents, the Morwell River's collapse into the Yallourn open cut coal mine has been a strong dose of 'deja vu'.

Job opportunities to come

A SIGNIFICANT new development between Latrobe and Maryvale roads in Morwell over the next five to seven years may bring opportunities for employment and vocational training for local builders as well as a boost to the town's surrounds.

Speeding up the process

SIMPLE, faster planning permits are expected from legislation just introduced to State Parliament.

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