Latrobe Valley Village

05/08/2025

NOTICE TO FRIENDS, FAMILY, STAFF, AND RESIDENTS

A1 ASPHALTING WORKS – OLLERTON AVENUE

Please be advised that A1 Asphalting will be carrying out essential roadworks along Ollerton Avenue this morning.

These works are expected to cause temporary noise, dust, and limited access in certain areas. We kindly ask for your patience and cooperation during this time.

If you are planning to arrive or depart during the morning hours, please allow extra time and follow any traffic directions or detours in place for your safety.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding as we work to improve the local infrastructure.

24/07/2025

Board Update - July 2025

We’ve had a busy and exciting few months! Here are some highlights:
✅ A new 4-year Enterprise Agreement with ANMF & HWU—strongly supported by our amazing staff
🏠 Key worker accommodation underway, thanks to funding
🛠️ Retirement Village studio apartments being upgraded to one-bedroom units—2 done, 2 more coming!
🌏 Welcoming international staff from the Philippines to boost care and fill workforce gaps
🌿 Walk and Talk Mental Health program wrapped up—connecting people with nature and supporting staff training
🛡️ Cyber safety project for seniors and staff, funded by Dept. of Home Affairs
👥 Welcoming Michelle & Marcus to the Board—bringing clinical and financial expertise
📘 Preparing for new Aged Care & Retirement Village Acts in 2025–26
Thanks to our staff, residents, families, and community partners for your ongoing support. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer, and more caring future 💙
— Len Cairns, Board President

23/07/2025

More detail about our Key Worker accommodation project - 'Cedar Workstay'

By BLAKE METCALF-HOLT   A NEW place to call home … and to work. Latrobe Valley Village, Newborough will soon [...]

23/07/2025

Key Worker Accommodation Update

We were proud to welcome Harriet Shing MP last week, to see the progress on transforming our old Cedar aged care wing into much-needed housing for key aged care workers.
This project supports our goal to grow the local aged care workforce by helping skilled and passionate aged care team members live nearby.
Minister Shing met some of our new team members from the Philippines, who are proudly sponsored by LVV.
Standing with our CEO, the Minister Shing said she was thrilled with the progress and pleased to see the project delivering real solutions to local workforce challenges.
Thanks to everyone making this happen!

22/07/2025

How beautiful is this 🥰
Solar Victoria staff took part in a “cards for kindness” activity, creating handmade cards with heartfelt messages for the residents of LVV Aged Care.
These small gestures sparked big smiles, warm conversations and true sense of connection.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part-kindness made a lasting impression.🌞

19/07/2025

15/07/2025

A welcomed guest at LVV yesterday – one who truly mesmerised our residents.
Meet Zoe, a wonderfully talented young pianist who wowed everyone with her incredible skills and heartfelt performance.

Her music filled the room and brought smiles, stillness, and joy to both residents and staff alike.

Thank you, Zoe, for sharing your beautiful gift with us and for taking the time to create such a special moment.

05/07/2025

🎶 Morning Melodies at Moe RSL 🎶
This week, our residents enjoyed a fabulous morning out at the Moe RSL for the Olivia Newton-John Tribute Show. From toe-tapping sing-alongs to laughter and shared memories, it was a joyful outing filled with smiles all around.

A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful activities team for their incredible effort in making this special day happen! 💜

16/06/2025

Here's some behind the scenes magic from the Australia Post filming.
Lights. Camera. Action!

16/06/2025

📮💙 Our Residents Help Launch Australia Post’s Mental Health Initiative 💙📮

Recently, residents Pam and Beth, along with staff member Lisa, proudly helped launch the Talking Post Box campaign at the historic Traralgon Post Office.

They were filmed writing and posting their own Connection Postcards before Pam and Beth gave on-camera interviews about the importance of staying in touch with loved ones. 🌟

The postcards are part of a national campaign by Australia Post and Beyond Blue, aiming to support mental health and connection across Australia – especially in rural and regional areas like ours.

Australia Post invited us to join in thanks to the important work we have been doing on mental health and wellbeing and funded with an Australia Post Community Grant.

The campaign was just launched on National TV - see everyone in action in the linked video!

Traralgon is one of only three locations to feature a special talking post box that encourages people to write a note to someone they care about.

We’re so proud of Pam, Beth and Lisa – true community stars! 🌟🌟🌟

04/06/2025

🎶 Morning Melodies at the RSL! 🎶
Some of our keen music lovers from LVV caught the rsl courtesy bus down to the local RSL to enjoy a wonderful morning of music followed by a delicious lunch. 🥪🎤💃

A big thank you to our amazing activities team for organising such a fun and uplifting outing – your efforts always bring smiles and joy! 😊👏