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‘Mythical’ claims

THE state opposition has disputed claims the government's Department of Primary Industries shake-up will leave Gippsland largely unaffected.

TAFE left to fend for itself

CENTRAL Gippsland Institute of TAFE has been left "frustrated" after a meeting with the State Government resulted in a lack of definitive solutions.

Journey of a lifetime

TRARALGON golfing buddies Lindsay Chard and Jeff Blackman have proved age is no barrier to adventure by kayaking the full length of the Murray River.

Search continues for man involved in shooting

VICTORIA Police are still searching for a man involved in a shooting in McDonald Court, Newborough at 2.48am on Monday morning.

Fired up to volunteer

BY day Alistair Smith-Stevens is a construction worker, by night he is a volunteer protecting the region.

‘Complex’ planning system eased

RED tape stifling construction development across Latrobe City should be eased by reforms just announced by the State Government.

Lifestyle precinct awaiting approval

A PROPOSED multi-million dollar lakeside housing project at Lake Narracan has the potential to accommodate 1000 homes, according to a Narracan Lakes Lifestyle Precinct director.

Hospital misses out

LATROBE Regional Hospital's $65 million funding bid remains shelved despite many Victorian regional hospitals securing multi-million dollar upgrade funds in the state budget.

Racing club turmoil

POOR track maintenance and trainer dissatisfaction is threatening the viability of the Moe Racing Club as a racing venue, an industry insider has revealed.

Courageous stand

Since being diagnosed with Tourette's Syndrome at the age of seven, Morwell's Natalie Purves has been hiding her condition from everyone but those closest to her.

More room for good work

THE new Salvation Army premises in Morwell is the new Latrobe Valley 'hub' and will provide more space for the Salvos to carry out their good work, say staff.

Curbing illegal dumping

LATROBE Valley charity organisations have welcomed a State Government initiative aimed at curbing illegal dumping at collection bins.

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