Vic COVID Stats as at 12 Jan 2020

A Moondarra man who developed a crippling lung disease after operating an excavator being used to fight the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire has been awarded compensation after the Supreme Court found that his employer did not provide adequate respiratory protection during that period. A non-smoker, he had above average lung capacity before participating in the…

The Tyers to Traralgon Road over the Latrobe River has re-opened  after structural engineers completed their assessment of the bridge structure following recent flooding. Drivers are reminded that a 30-tonne load limit over the bridge still applies.

Erica Ski Hire, the only local supplier of skis and chains has closed for this season. Their facebook post said “Given the poor conditions on mountain and the uncertainty around further lock-downs with today’s local case we are closing so we can enjoy some family time. If conditions improve we may reopen.” They also pointed…

Dog Parks There are seven designated dog off leash areas within Baw Baw Shire. Fenced Dog Parks are at Bellbird Park in Drouin, Brooker Park in Warraguland  Hollydell Park in Trafalgar. Off-leash areas are at Dowton Park in Yarragon, St Phillack Reserve in Rawson and Dunstan Oval also in Rawson. See maps of Rawson locations…

Testing opportunities available in Gippsland on 1 October include; LATROBE CITY • Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium drive through, Ashby St, Traralgon 9.30am – 5pm today and 9am – 4pm Saturday and Sunday. No appointments required. • Latrobe Valley Respiratory Clinic, Morwell. Appointments required, for bookings go to https://bit.ly/3Fbd8eH. • LCHS – Senior Citizens Centre,…

During the flood and after temporary repairs to Stringers Creek opposite Walhalla’s Star Hotel. (Photos: Michael Leaney)