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Tragedies reflected on Blue Ribbon Day

24/09/2025

Ahead of Blue Ribbon Day, Acting Superintendent Scott Dwyer’s thoughts turn to fresh tragedy – the 11 police employees who have died in the past 12 months. Some succumbed to illness, others include the tragic loss of Detective Leading Constable Neal Thompson and Senior Constable…

Residents reel as Govt scales up suburbs

Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 468071 Several years ago, Keysborough resident Gaye Guest fought against a City of Greater Dandenong plan for building heights…

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Thieves exploit road closures

At a time when local businesses say their livelihoods are under threat from Big Build road closures, one has fallen victim to a costly burglary. Cardinia Crime Investigation unit detectives…
Melbourne set to take on North Melbourne in Casey Fields practice match

Local AFL fanatics are in for a treat, as Casey Fields will take centre stage when Melbourne takes on North Melbourne in a practice match bringing elite AFL action to…
Drunk driver sentenced for fatal, high-speed crash

A Clyde North drink driver who lost control at a Tooradin roundabout at high speed resulting in the death of his friend has been jailed for at least five-and-a-half years.…
Victoria Police granted special powers ahead of Israel president’s Melbourne visit

Victoria Police has been granted special powers ahead of a mass protest planned to coincide with a Israeli president’s visit to Melbourne today (12 February). Granted by the Supreme Court…
A spot of kindness led by young local leaders

A Casey-based Girl Guides group dedicated to empowering girls and young women has delivered a heartfelt show of support to local frontline volunteers. Narre Warren North Girl Guides recently visited…

Local university launches new initiative to provide free professional attire for students

As cost of living increasingly becomes a barrier for many tertiary students, a local Casey university is taking matters into their own hands with their new ‘Styled for Success at…
Cranbourne commuters question train reliability

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Champs, chats and chokes

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Back-to-back 50s boost Booth’s Vic campaign

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Noble effort for outright points falls short

Purchase this photo from Pic Store: 531172 Noble Park (5/220d) is still beautifully poised for a high finish in the VSDCA East/West competition despite its push for outright points falling…

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Tragedies reflected on Blue Ribbon Day

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Residents reel as Govt scales up suburbs

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Passion for traditional theatre

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Thieves exploit road closures

Melbourne set to take on North Melbourne in Casey Fields practice match

Drunk driver sentenced for fatal, high-speed crash

Victoria Police granted special powers ahead of Israel president’s Melbourne visit

A spot of kindness led by young local leaders

Local university launches new initiative to provide free professional attire for students

Cranbourne commuters question train reliability

Champs, chats and chokes

Back-to-back 50s boost Booth’s Vic campaign

Noble effort for outright points falls short