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Casey Council drops controversial vehicle permits in draft Local Law
Casey Council has removed a controversial clause that regulates vehicle repair and unregistered vehicles on private properties in its draft Local Law 2025. Matters relating…
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Have your say on ‘new’ Eumemmerring Creek
Pop-up sessions are set to reveal more on the revival of a section of Eumemmerring Creek into a more natural state. Melbourne Water is planning…
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Safeguard against tech savvy offenders
A state wide campaign for locals to protect their own vehicle is rolled out against thieves using new sophisticated technologies. Both Crime Stoppers Victoria and…
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Planning for growth
A call for more collaboration between all levels of government and a cutting of red tape were the themes of Outer Melbourne Council’s (OMC) recent…
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Self-defence laws remain “weak”
Victims say their security and peace of mind have been shaken after Parliament refused to review self-defence laws, despite rising crime in Casey and Cardinia.…
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Repairs begin at Cardinia Life
Cardinia Shire Council has confirmed repairs are underway at Cardinia Life following ongoing community complaints about cold pool water and changeroom temperatures. Concerns about the…
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Dog attacks increase
The number of dog attacks has more than doubled across Cardinia Shire since before the pandemic, as revealed by the council’s new pet management policy.…
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Road strike under review
Emerald resident and wildlife rescuer Leanne Sultana has welcomed a major step forward in the fight against the escalating wildlife roadstrike crisis along Wellington Road,…
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Heritage and culture through song and dance, students ready for 4C’s event
The celebration of culture, history and diversity is once more just around the corner for the City of Casey, as the 4C’s program gears up…
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Preserving life, criminologist backs appropriateness of self-defence laws
A criminology expert has emphasised that the current protections are appropriate, but also the risk of encouraging excessive force, and the possibility of escalating violence,…
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Homicide investigation: 39-year-old man fatally stabbed in Dandenong unit
A 39-year-old man has died after being found with stab wounds in Dandenong on Tuesday 19 August. Homicide Squad detectives say “at this early stage”…
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Homicide investigation: 39-year-old man fatally stabbed in Dandenong
A 39-year-old man has died after being found with stab wounds in Dandenong on Tuesday 19 August. Homicide Squad detectives say “at this early stage”…
