Gippsland Portal Local News:
Sister CityLatrobe City make new headway on their site with the Sister City page By Ray Kennedy - 12th October 2000 - Back to News •Tell us your opinion •See what others have said A group of Japanese citizens disappeared within the Latrobe Valley. Lost amongst the vast attractions on offer they filmed every step of the way… Sometime later, their footage was found… and streamed over the internet on the brand new Sister Cities website!
The Sister City concept first arose sometime during the 1980’s after 400 Japanese families moved to Morwell during the creation and first operation of a Pilot Brown Coal Liquefaction Plan in the area.
With the time these families spent in the Latrobe Valley came a bridge of understanding and appreciation of the culture between two countries, and the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
In hopes of expanding the companionship and happiness that were born of the time the Japanese spent living here, the concept of creating a bond between the city of Morwell and a Japanese counterpart – Takasago - was raised.
The idea came following the Australian Sister City conference, and grew to become more than just a dream. With great support from all sides, a “Sister City” bond soon became very real.
Since the beginning of this relationship there have been many activities hosted on both sides to bring the two sectors closer and build on the connection that opened the door to new experiences which may never have happened.
The Sister City website – interlinked with the comprehensive Latrobe City site – celebrates the Sister City bond in style.
Well designed and easy to use with features like history, photo albums, presentations and some very cool video streaming, you can see why it has been such an asset to both communities.
History tells the story, from concept to agreement and the characters who surface along the way.
Photo Albums are the images to illustrate the story. The people, the places the experience... All the Kodak moments you may have missed before.
Presentations create a slide show visions. Sit back and give your mouse a rest as you effortlessly surf your way through.
Video Streaming brings the tour to life. The interaction between the two worlds on film unfolds before your eyes in your very own theatre.
Check out the site in all it’s glory by clicking here and following the link.
Source: http://gippsland.com/ Published by: office@messenger.com.au
 If you are the author of this story you can edit it by clicking here
There are no responses to this topic yet.
Start the discussion nowNote: To start the discussion you will have to login with your member account. Related Articles- Latrobe City Releases Draft Investment Roadmap for Comment
Latrobe City Investment Roadmap - ready for public comment. - Latrobe City Council named an Employer of Choice
Latrobe City Council, recognised as an Employer of Choice in The Australian Business Awards 2020. - Latrobe City Libraries Sensitive Santa Sessions embraced by Community
Quiet, gentle introduction to Santa for children with sensory needs. - Latrobe City Advocates for Additional COVID-19 Testing Resources
Additional COVID testing resources to assist in reducing the lengthy delays requested. - Latrobe City Gift Card set to Bolster Local Business
Shop local - your buck stops here. - Latrobe City’s Australia Day Award Winners Announced
Awards presented in recognition of significant service to the community. - Labor Giving City Projects a Leg Up, but Forcing Country Communities to their Knees
Tangled red and green tape makes it too difficult for people to develop in regional Victoria. - Announcement of New Latrobe City Councillors
New-look Latrobe City Council. - Traralgon Renewable Energy Project Supported by Latrobe City Council
Renewable energy project at Traralgon Neighbourhood Learning House. - Latrobe Valley Schools Share in $6.59 Million Maintenance Funds Boost
108 schools across Latrobe Valley to benefit from maintenance works carried out at their school. - Funding For a Woman Building Surveyor in Latrobe City Council
Local Government to recruit and train surveyors through Women Building Surveyors Program. - Latrobe Valley and West Gippsland Clubs Score Sport Grants
Sport Grants awarded to Latrobe Valley and West Gippsland clubs. - Latrobe Valley Back to Work Scheme - Northe
Considerations to reinstate Latrobe Valley Back to Work Scheme. - Latrobe Valley Receives Vital Recovery Funding
Chambers of Commerce and Trader Groups provide critical advice, connections and resources to businesses in the Latrobe Valley and these grants will be crucial in helping them to support members’ transition to COVID Normal. - Helping Baw Baw and Latrobe Prepare for Emergencies
City Council to receive funding to get ready for emergencies - Latrobe Valley Reserves Score Funding for Lighting Boost
Transformation and improved amenity with $1,046,109 from Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus Program. - Latrobe health ready for vaccine rollout
People at high risk will be prioritised and be provided with safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine. - 2021 Latrobe Regional Galley new exhibitions
A fun and wonderful way to spend time with the family while expanding our creativity through art. - New Infrastructure for Latrobe Regional Hospital
Hospitals across the state will receive the latest life-saving medical equipment and upgrading vital infrastructure. - Kinders in the Latrobe Valley Get Tech Savvy with New Gear
$1.1 million in technology grants for kindergartens. - Bush Crew beautifies Latrobe City
Workers found new employment after losing their jobs during the pandemic through beautification of Latrobe City. - West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley Business Chambers Receive Vital Funding
Funding from Grants for Business Chambers and Trader Groups awarded. - First Look at Latrobe Regional Hospital Expansion
Labor Government ensuring health services access to community - West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley Children Embrace Reading at Home
Congratulations to schools that participated in the Premiers’ Reading Challenge. - New Energy and Growth Program for the Latrobe Valley
Latrobe Valley Energy and Growth Program (LVEGP) is now open for applications. - Funding for More Latrobe Valley Community Projects
Upgrades to community meeting spaces in Glengarry and Morwell with nearly $200,000 fund. - Program to Reconnect the Latrobe Valley with Jobs
Latrobe Valley people to receive help to re-join the workforce in a $47 million Reconnect expansion program. - Grants to Keep West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley Creatives Working
West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley artists and creative businesses to receive a lifeline from the Victorian Government. - Covid-19 Testing in Latrobe Needs Ramping up
Drive through and mobile testing options within the Latrobe Valley urged. - Supporting Early Stage Latrobe Valley Businesses
Over $1.9 million in funding from the Business and Industry Capability Fund to support early stage businesses in the Latrobe Valley. - $436,839 Awarded to West Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley to Boost Safety and Employment
31 projects sharing in more than $5.6 million in funding under the 2020-21 Community Safety Infrastructure Grants - Grants Open to Help West Gippsland and Latrobe Valley Schools Build Inclusion
All inclusive playground and outdoor learning spaces soon. - Dancers in the Running for National Award
Latrobe City dancers has made the finals of the Australian Dance Awards. - Nominate a Top Senior
Latrobe City Senior Citizen of the Year award, now open for nominations. - Da Vinci exhibition opens at Latrobe Regional Gallery
An event to witness the works of Leonardo Da Vinci, the world’s greatest mind. - Aquatic centre access a win for Latrobe Leisure members
Leisure members to have complementary access on GRAC according to membership classification. - Building & Improving Kindergartens in the Latrobe Valley for the Future
Victoria rolls out funded universal Three-Year-Old Kindergarten. - New Initiative Opens Cultural Doors for Locals
Distance and transport will no longer be a barrier for Latrobe Valley residents wanting to attend cultural events in the regional city. - Celebrating Children’s Week in West Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley with Community Grants
$100,000 fund to local communities across Victoria to host fun and free educational activities and events during this year’s Children’s Week celebrations. - New Lights Brighten the Way at Traralgon Reserves
New lighting will make people feel safe. - New Campaign Celebrates the Elderly
Positive attitudes towards ageing and senior citizens in Latrobe City. - New VicHealth Funding Available
$2.5 million in new funding to support local organisations to address the immediate health and wellbeing concerns of Victorians hardest hit by the impact coronavirus pandemic. - New Paths lead to Improved Community Access
Construction has started on a new path along Storey Street in Wonthaggi, between Wentworth Road and Korumburra Road. - New Paths lead to Improved Community Access
Construction has started on a new path along Storey Street in Wonthaggi, between Wentworth Road and Korumburra Road. - A New Home for the Phillip Island Community and Learning Centre
PICAL’s current site is set to be the site for the new Phillip Island Community Hospital. - New Agriculture Minister Will Have a Full Plate Over Summer
Lack of leadership on key challenges affecting farmers and regional communities. - New Federal funds could open the floodgates to Big Buffalo
Victoria must seize the opportunity to build Big Buffalo and boost water security for irrigators in the northeast after the Federal Budget delivered an unprecedented $2 billion for water infrastructure - New Business Penalties and Rules raise concern
Strong penalties and rules that now apply for booking arrangements in Regional Victoria. - New look Morwell Rose Festival to Go Ahead
Annual celebration of the stunning blooms of Morwell’s Centenary Rose Garden will push thru. - New Addition to Cowes Footpath Network
$90,000 project will take around four weeks to complete under the Aspirational Pathways Program. - New Regional COVID Rules a Mixed Bag
Mixed views on COVID-19 restrictions for Regional Victorians. - New CFA Station for Winnindoo
Winnindoo Country Fire Authority (CFA) volunteer fire station in the Wellington Shire will be under the $126 million CFA capability funding. - Volunteers to Offer Disaster Relief
Volunteers are helping Latrobe City recover from the impacts of the bushfire. - Helping Sport and Active Recreation Organisations in West Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley Survive and Thrive
Six grants under Community Sport Sector COVID-19 Short-term Survival Package announced. - Interstate interest in author talk
A Zoom presentation of the Latrobe City Libraries with author Heather Morris. - Launch of New look 2020 International Rose Garden Festival Morwell
Launch of International Rose Garden Festival Morwell - Supporting Our Music Industry in the Latrobe Valley
Survival grants for local live music venues and new grants to protect music jobs on stage. - Council Elects New Mayor and Deputy Mayor
Councillor Sharon Gibson is the new Mayor of Latrobe City - Caring for our Diverse Community
Council appointed new members to the City Cultural Diversity Advisory Committee. - Early Works Underway for Car Parks in the Latrobe Valley
Tests underway to determine feasibility of the eight preferred sites in Moe, Morwell and Traralgon. - Lighting Gives New Life to Traralgon Parks
New lighting funded. - Liberal Nationals Release New Plan to get Victorians Back to Work and Back in Business
Victoria needs a bold plan.
| 
