Well, here we are at the last issue for 2022.
After what has transpired in recent times, this year probably offered a chance to enjoy ‘normal service’ once again.
At Traf News, we were able to produce a 20-page paper each month, which we hope you have enjoyed.
My thanks go to all contributors who supplied stories. You are the voices in the community people love to read about.
For a small town to have its own dedicated newspaper provides a terrific way for people to communicate, enjoy something with their morning coffee, as well as provide a historical record for generations to come.
Well, here we are at the last issue for 2022.
After what has transpired in recent times, this year probably offered a chance to enjoy ‘normal service’ once again.
At Traf News, we were able to produce a 20-page paper each month, which we hope you have enjoyed.
My thanks go to all contributors who supplied stories. You are the voices in the community people love to read about.
For a small town to have its own dedicated newspaper provides a terrific way for people to communicate, enjoy something with their morning coffee, as well as provide a historical record for generations to come.
One of the things I have always loved about Traf is I believe it is a town of ‘doers’. Regardless of resources, time, or even odds, Traf people always seem to be out doing things.
Maybe it is just me being over-observant, but even driving through other towns, Traf seems to be the one where you see people running the most.
To keep producing a paper I think is important in the upkeep of that notion of just getting out and getting the job done.
That being said, this year provided a few challenges professionally and personally.
Unfortunately, a high turnover of staff at the Latrobe Valley Express meant my work commitments skyrocketed, and as a result, Traf News fell way behind on my list of priorities.
Not being able to dedicate the time needed to Traf News was frustrating, but I hope I have been able to put together a creditable paper nonetheless over the year.
My thanks to Traf News graphic designer Sarah Mangion for her patience and understanding. There was a few mad scrambles this year getting the paper out, and I’m sure at times she wanted to kill me, so I can’t thank Sarah enough for giving me until the absolute last minute (sometimes more) to have everything submitted.
Thanks also to those behind the scenes and to the committee of management for their trust in me. The committee is to be commended for seeing Traf News continue at a time when most other regional newspapers were going under.
Moving forward, it is clear we need more hands on deck.
If anyone reading this has an interest in writing, we would love to have you on board.
For students especially, Traf News can be a great stepping stone into your media career.
I got my start at Traf News, and there is no reason someone else can’t as well.
Best wishes to all Traf News readers for the festive season.
See you in 2023.
