News
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No support for Tuesdays
A Greater Dandenong councillor’s pitch to change meeting days from Mondays to Tuesdays has sunk without support from colleagues. There were no movers for Cr…
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Unexpected treasure in donated boots, police search for rightful owners
In a modern day Cinderella story, police are searching for the owners of boots that were recently donated to a charity shop in Casey, with…
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Humble doctor earns OAM
When Dr Roberto Celada arrived in Australia nearly four decades ago, he had just $8 in his pocket, limited English and no certainty about what…
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Yannathan local and Melbourne Royal President earns OAM
Yannathan local Matthew Coleman has received a fair few calls from Canberra in his lifetime, but he had never received one from Government House until…
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Ex-mayor Aziz unable to appear in court due to illness
Casey three-time ex-mayor Sam Aziz, who is facing five charges laid by the state’s anti corruption body, has been unable to appear in court due…
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Local op-shop recognised for charitable services
Cherished and long time charity shop, Berwick Opportunity Shop, has been recognised for its community service, receiving an Australia Day Award for its contribution to…
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Foundation students return to Clyde Grammar
Foundation students have returned to classrooms at Clyde Grammar, with the school reporting a smooth start to the 2026 school year following its first day…
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Tireless volunteer continues to give
Long serving volunteer Selliah Nalliah has been recognised as a Medallist of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his services to Tamil and Hindu communities…
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Half-Hub rescission defeated
A half-sized Dandenong Community Hub will go ahead after Greater Dandenong mayor Sophie Tan’s casting vote sidelined calls to rescind the downscaled design. The rescission…
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Ramadan Night Market returns
As the holy month of Ramadan is fast approaching, so is the buzz and excitement for Dandenong’s already-famous Ramadan Night Market. An estimated 1 million…
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Living Treasure: Junior club’s revered ‘heart and soul’
Trish Marson is a big believer that no kid should miss out on playing sport. True to her word, she was the initiator of a…
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‘Heart of Gold’ wins OAM
Kooweerup resident Beverley Anne Edwards has been awarded an Order of Australia (OAM) for her decades-long service to the community of Cardinia. Already a recipient…
