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Border conflict opens old wounds
The recent clashes along the Thai–Cambodian border have reopened wounds that many of us hoped had long healed. As someone who lived in the refugee…
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Doveton woman and boy tragically drown in Dandenong Creek
A 33-year-old woman and a seven-year-old boy from Doveton have been identified as the victims of a tragic drowning in Dandenong on 10 November. Greater…
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Woman and child drown in Dandenong Creek
A woman and child have drowned after falling into Dandenong Creek this afternoon (10 November), police say. A witness reported two people had been swept…
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Botanic Ridge local wins back-to-back world titles in aerobics
Botanic Ridge’s Jack Maillard has taken home back-to-back world titles in sport aerobics and fitness, a feat that reflects years of dedication, discipline and mental…
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2025 Foodbank report reveals slight rise in food insecurity, putting pressure on local relief organisations
The 2025 Foodbank Hunger Report has revealed that 3.5 million Australians have struggled with food insecurity in the last 12 months. While 20 per cent…
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Pair arrested in Springvale South drug raid
Two men have been arrested by police during a drug raid at a Springvale South property. Greater Dandenong Neighbourhood Policing Team officers arrested the pair…
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Melbourne’s $13.5 billion Metro Tunnel to fully open in February 2026
The city’s mega-project, the $13.5 billion Metro Tunnel, will fully launch on 1 February 2026. A partial opening will begin in early December. Hailed as…
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30 disability homes ‘at risk’ in South East
Thousands of people with complex disabilities are at risk of eviction from group homes that may close due to a looming funding crisis, say workers.…
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Man charged over critical stabbing in Narre Warren South
A man has been charged with stabbing a driver in Narre Warren South on Friday 7 November. Dandenong Family Violence Investigation Unit detectives say a…
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A Celebration of Diversity for club members
On 18 October a multicultural event was held at the Pakenham Senior Citizens club rooms with members appreciating the cultural diversity of African and Indian…
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Mortgage stress hits Casey suburbs
New data from Digital Finance Analytics (DFA) has revealed that almost 52.4 percent of Victorians are struggling financially as they try to meet their mortgage…
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Council unveils more than $1.5 million upgrade to Narre Warren Pavilion
The Casey Council in partnership with the State Government, has unveiled a new $1,585,613 pavilion at Strathaird Reserve. Through the local community sport and recreation…
