Jobs may go as Yallourn scales back
The Federal Government must assist any Latrobe Valley workers left jobless by Yallourn Power Station's move to reduce power generation, according to a prominent power industry union.
Helen’s tackling the ‘tough job’
IF it were not for the support of her workplace managers and colleagues Traralgon's Helen Johnson believes she would not be able to work and manage the needs of her son.
Grisly discovery
A PINE plantation in the Hazelwood North area, which has become a dumping mecca for animal carcasses, has angered nearby residents.
‘Happening’ program
A LATROBE Valley-based program run by Berry Street, engaging with the region's most disadvantaged young families, has been shortlisted for a statewide award which will be announced tomorrow.
Racing back on track
MOE racecourse is set to return to its former glory thanks to a $4.5 million track redevelopment announced yesterday by the Victorian Government.
Trucks shaken in random inspections
OWNERS and drivers of heavy vehicles in Gippsland were in the spotlight last week as VicRoads in collaboration with Victoria Police and WorkSafe launched this year's campaign targeting unroadworthy trucks.
School closure shocks community
THE Latrobe Valley's education community is still coming to terms with the State Government's shock decision to close Morwell's indigenous Woolum Bellum College, a move which has sparked a political blame game.
Road maintenance funds ‘insulting’
THE opposition has slammed the State Government's recent $45 million road maintenance funding announcement, saying $100 million of its budget cuts had led to the widespread deterioration in local roads.
Opportunities lost
FOR year 10 student Wymarah Morgan, Morwell's indigenous Woolum Bellum College taught her about family, indigenous culture, and gave her the belief there were genuine opportunities for her in the community.
Petrol siphoning rampant
A SPATE of petrol siphoning incidents in the Latrobe Valley have left residents out of pocket and fuming, with one Morwell resident, hampered by medical issues that make walking difficult, forced to get around on foot.
Govt ‘committed’ to towns’ reception issues
THE Federal Government has had a change of heart over "hopeless" digital television reception issues in the Boolarra, Yinnar and Churchill communities, stating it was now "committed" to finding an appropriate solution.
Feds promise ‘seamless transition’
THE Federal Government has moved to ease fears local public dental waiting lists will blow out when a Medicare-funded dental scheme closes next month.
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A decade on: Year of the dogs, part one
FOOTBALL
MID GIPPSLAND
By LIAM DURKIN
YOU have to lose one to win one.
Sometimes, you even have to lose three.
Newborough Football-Netball Club put the demons of three...
