Ministerial agreement standout
A LATROBE Valley Ministerial agreement has been held up as an economic growth model other regions should embrace.
Overhaul for Gippsland’s special schools
GIPPSLAND'S special education network is hoping to overhaul the education system this year with the help of State Government support.
Devries trial commences
THE trial of accused murderer Richard Stephen Devries of Newborough has begun before the Melbourne Supreme Court sitting in the Latrobe Valley.
Talented musicians flock to Moe
Bluegrass band, Borderline believes the upcoming regional music festival will provided exposure for local musicians.
Growers weigh-in
WILLOW Grove resident Chris Williams has been busy growing pumpkins weighing more than 100 kilograms for this weekend's Giant Pumpkin event.
Needs still not met
LOCAL carers have backed claims the Federal Government is misleading the public over its National Disability Insurance Scheme at a time when the urgent needs of thousands of Gippslanders with disabilities remain unmet.
Job boost for region
GIPPSLAND will see a boost in its employment sector following the opening of a new national lending centre in Morwell today.
More action likely
NEGOTIATIONS between teachers and the State Government have culminated in a "disappointing" outcome according to a key Gippsland union spokesperson.
Roadmap work underway
WORK on a 'roadmap' for the Latrobe Valley's future development, steered by the State Government, is progressing well, according to Deputy Premier Peter Ryan.
Upgrades for facilities
AN urgent request for the upgrade of the Rosedale Recreation Reserve has earned the sporting facility an injection of $327,032 in grants from the State Government.
Property pumps economy
Property industry activity was more significant in the Latrobe Valley than almost all other Victoria regions, pumping more than $1 billion into the state's 'property industry gross product' in 2009-10.
Main drain drags on
MINISTERIAL intervention could be required to address a possible stand-off over the Morwell main drain, according to Advance Morwell.