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Latrobe Valley energy worker sees job potential everywhere as the region shifts to wind and solar
14 hours ago

Latrobe Valley energy worker sees job potential everywhere as the region shifts to wind and solar

“I've been accused of being a rusted on coal-person, but I understand the renewable space and why we need to get there.”

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
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This Gippsland riverside town - population 389 - needs someone to run the historical pub
Mar 30, 2026

This Gippsland riverside town - population 389 - needs someone to run the historical pub

The building includes two dining rooms, a spacious beer garden and seven bedrooms.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
What’s Latrobe City doing with its $5 million Commonwealth Games package?
Mar 27, 2026

What’s Latrobe City doing with its $5 million Commonwealth Games package?

“While it doesn’t replace it, it does help ease the pain.”

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
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Poltergeists or mythical creatures: The mystery of Gippsland's Haunted Hills
Mar 17, 2026

Poltergeists or mythical creatures: The mystery of Gippsland's Haunted Hills

There have been spooky tales surrounding the slopes of Hernes Oak since the days of early settlers.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
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Old Gippstown gets $50,000 cash injection to save heritage buildings
Jan 12, 2026

Old Gippstown gets $50,000 cash injection to save heritage buildings

The money will go to preserving the historical village, which attracts 7,000 visitors annually, hosts community events and runs educational programs for local schools.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
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Born again: Traralgon Methodist Church saved from the tip by historical society
Dec 17, 2025

Born again: Traralgon Methodist Church saved from the tip by historical society

Nearly $90,000 earmarked by council for demolition will be diverted to help fund the restoration.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
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Young people stealing food because they’re hungry, Latrobe City council told
Dec 02, 2025

Young people stealing food because they’re hungry, Latrobe City council told

A Gippsland Youth Spaces spokesperson said many of the adolescents who come into their communal areas are likely to be on the streets.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
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You want our water, you have to pay: Latrobe’s message to Spring Street
Nov 27, 2025

You want our water, you have to pay: Latrobe’s message to Spring Street

It will take thousands of billions of litres to rehabilitate local mine sites.

Jacob Wallace
South Gippsland ShireSouth Gippsland Shire
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As oceans warm, Gippsland’s road network suffers
Nov 20, 2025

As oceans warm, Gippsland’s road network suffers

Councils, already streets behind on repairs, will face greater bills.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
“Difficult decisions” ahead, as Latrobe City’s 10-year plan highlights risk to services and infrastructure
Nov 13, 2025

“Difficult decisions” ahead, as Latrobe City’s 10-year plan highlights risk to services and infrastructure

Councillors say it’s time for the state to show them the money.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
"This is poor planning": Latrobe City Council approves shopping development three times the size of original plans
Nov 05, 2025

"This is poor planning": Latrobe City Council approves shopping development three times the size of original plans

Councillors said the increased retail space risked pulling business away from Traralgon and Morwell.

Jacob Wallace
Latrobe City CouncilLatrobe City Council
WATCH: What's the biggest issue in Traralgon?
Oct 31, 2025

WATCH: What's the biggest issue in Traralgon?

From parking to road maintenance, locals had their say on what problems need more attention.

Jacob Wallace
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