News
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Memoirs of clay, stop-motion and storytelling
Berwick Star NewsRenowned director, filmmaker, animator and clayographer, Adam Elliot, is looking to head back home for the Bunjil Place screening of his latest project, Memoir of…
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Head above water: a local swimmer’s cold, quiet, almost
Cranbourne Star NewsIt is choppier than forecasted in the English Channel, and it is colder than usual at this time of the year, but the French coastline…
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Fed Uni part of international student fund
Berwick Star NewsFederation University is among 16 other Victorian universities that will share a grant of $5 million under the Yes To International Students Fund. Granted by…
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$333K for Bright Moon temple rebuild
Dandenong Star JournalRising from the ashes of a devastating fire, a Buddhist temple in Springvale South has received a $333,333 grant from the State Government. Multicultural Affairs…
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Berwick rider charged after 200km/h chase
Cranbourne Star NewsA 21-year-old Berwick man has been charged after he was allegedly detected travelling at speeds of up to 200km/h while trying to avoid arrest on…
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Security a highlight, but other concerns mirror village needs
Pakenham Officer Star NewsGoing around High Street in Berwick, safety remained the number one priority, as the central precinct gears up for the second consultation period of the…
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Lights to be replaced in Beaconsfield and Garfield
Pakenham Officer Star NewsStreet lights in Beaconsfield and Garfield are set to be replaced as Cardinia continues to rid the shire of banned mercury lights. About 400 existing…
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New era for Rotary
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe Rotary Club of Berwick celebrated its changeover dinner on Wednesday, 2 July 2024, at The Beaconsfield Club in Holm Park Reserve. Members and guests…
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Melbourne Youth Chorale’s first WinterFest brings joy
Cranbourne Star NewsHampton Park-based Melbourne Youth Chorale held its first-ever WinterFest concert on Wednesday 2 July, bringing joyful harmonies and heartfelt performances. “We had a number of…
Sport
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Gutsy Kangaroos grind out upset victory over tough Tigers
Pakenham Officer Star NewsOfficer finally capitalised on a strong patch of form by producing an Outer East Premier Division stunner as the Kangaroos knocked off third-placed Woori Yallock…
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Bayley leads Doves to victory
Cranbourne Star NewsDespite sitting ninth on the Southern Division 2 ladder Doveton turned the tides against Frankston Dolphins to win by 19 points on Saturday. The Doves…
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Dandenong surrenders away big lead at home to Oakleigh
Dandenong Star JournalDandenong Thunder will be ruing its performance in round 21 of the NPL after the club surrendered a 3-0 lead and settled for a 3-3…
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Eagles beaten but show promise
Berwick Star NewsIt was a heavyweight battle with the heavyweights removed. Beaconsfield went down 6.7(43) to 9.14(68) against the undefeated South Belgrave in a clash of two…
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Relegation fast-approaching for Cranbourne
Cranbourne Star NewsCranbourne will need to come home with a miraculous final six games and require other results to go its way if it is to avoid…
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Even dozen for Cobra star
Pakenham Officer Star NewsSeven goals in just over half an hour from champion full-forward Nathan Gardiner has ensured Cora Lynn will once again saddle up for a finals…
Entertainment
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World’s best Sandown launched with fanfare
Dandenong Star JournalTo mark Dandenong Star Journal’s 160 years of publication, PHILIP SALAMA-WEST is taking a then-and-now look at the people, places and events that have formed…
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Hope for the future
Dandenong Star JournalWhen we think of the word ‘hope’ what springs in to your mind? Do you hope that your child or grandchild passes their driving test?…
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60 years of service celebrated
Dandenong Star JournalRotary Club of Noble Park-Dingley marked its 60th birthday in style last month. More than 70 Rotarians and friends lunched at Dingley Hotel on Sunday…
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Tales of resilience in worldy memoir
Dandenong Star JournalCrossing four continents, Peter Jerijian’s expansive memoir was launched with scores of admirers in Springvale last month. Bouncing Back: Tales from a Passionately Lived Life…
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Proactive peace-building in a multicultural Australia
Dandenong Star JournalIn an increasingly interconnected world, conflicts abroad can resonate through our own communities—sometimes in unexpected and concerning ways. While such issues may initially seem distant,…
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Resilience- the super power that keeps us going when everything else fails
Berwick Star NewsLife has a way of throwing challenges our way, often when we least expect them. At times, it feels as though the weight of the…
More News
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Ex-nurse granted bail over explosives, drug charges
Cranbourne Star NewsA former Cranbourne nurse accused of drug trafficking and possessing explosives and detonators has been granted bail by the Victorian Supreme Court. Zarna Barbar, 26,…
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Wilson Goes Wild in Berwick
Berwick Star NewsWilson Botanic Park in Berwick received an advanced summer surprise, with the safari’s entire pack of animals greeting park-goers over the weekend. Set to stay…
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New look for beloved local playground
Berwick Star NewsThe new Berwick Springs West playground is alive and well, marking a significant upgrade to the beloved lakeside playspace. Revamped and remodelled, the playground is…
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Winter coat drive a success
Cranbourne Star NewsThe Andres Pancha Anchor Community’s winter coat drive was a success, collecting over eight boxes of donations filled with coats, jumpers, hoodies and other warm…
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‘Don’t be afraid to parent’ – the team putting young offenders back on track
Cranbourne Star NewsGive the parent back to the parent. That’s the aim of a team of therapists who help families bring wayward teens back on the right…
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Building starts at Dandenong Wellbeing Centre
Dandenong Star JournalA shovel has taken the first plunge at the construction site for Dandenong Wellbeing Centre at Mills Reserve, Dandenong. Greater Dandenong mayor Jim Memeti, councillor…