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‘Bodgy’ installation concerns

The air conditioning repair and installation industry has become rife with "backyard" installers, undercutting quotes to win jobs while performing "bodgy" installations, according to a local professional. 

Funding blow to council budget

LATROBE City Council's budget has a $465,000 shortfall following a multi-million dollar Federal Government financial assistance grants correction. 

Go-getting lawyer wins award

IN almost every aspect of her life, Coongulla resident Belinda Wilson tackles challenges head-on - the way she does everyday at the office. 

Stalled by bureaucracy

PLANS to build supported accommodation for local people with a mental illness remain mired in bureaucratic delays despite securing substantial State Government funds. 

Enviro issues delay track work

Major works to repair a section of V/Line track next to the Morwell River Wetlands are yet to begin, 12 days after the line was closed due to track subsidence. 

Response for respite

A NEW respite centre for children and adults with a disability could support more than 1200 Latrobe Valley families. 

Business forum for Gippsland

A BUSINESS forum to be held in Traralgon this month aims to provide an economic overview of Gippsland. 

Dental crisis looms

A CRISIS in Latrobe Valley's public dental care is looming with key service providers urging the Federal Government to expedite urgent funds to the region. 

Claims hospital to face big bill

LATROBE Regional Hospital faces a hefty carbon tax bill, per bed, but will receive no compensation or exemption from the Federal Government. 

Community call out for help

KOALA breeding season is sure to bring two things - increased sightings of the marsupials and an increase of patients to Southern Ash Wildlife Shelter, Rawson. 

One Gld to promote region

JUST days after the state's peak business body said Gippsland needed a recognisable, collective 'voice', key regional leaders have announced a new "lead advocacy group", One Gippsland. 

All smiles for Glee girl

TRARALGON girl Rebekah Symons has every reason to be gleeful. 

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