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Make your call to Santa
Did you know Telstra has opened up the line straight to the North Pole, so children can chat to Santa this festive season? This year…
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Legacy of conservation
A Garfield couple has recently secured permanent protection for their property under a conservation covenant, ensuring its preservation for generations to come. Gazette journalist Afraa…
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Nurturing heritage
For over 30 years, the Weston family has been cultivating premium Hereford cattle in first Pakenham and now Tynong. Started originally by Paul Weston and…
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Christmas lights spark safety warning
As Victorians once again unbox their Christmas tree and untangle decorations, fire authorities are encouraging everyone to take steps to avoid Santa’s naughty list and…
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Bees need our help
For Lazlo Kun, the greatest frustration is when people fail to understand the real value of bees and why urgent action is needed. Gazette journalist…
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Check before you gift it
As Victorians start ticking off their Christmas shopping lists, fire and safety authorities are urging everyone to think safety first when buying lithium-ion battery products,…
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Images of 2025
Star Journal photographers cast their eyes over the events that united and disturbed us during 2025. Here is a celebration of the year that was.…
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NEWS-MAKERS 2025: Traders’ tension as Market revamps
Dandenong Market stallholders have been increasingly vocal about rental agreements over the past year, as Greater Dandenong Council is set to unveil a new market…
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Australia leads chemical-free golf
PRECEDE: The collaboration between professional golfer and coach Garth Cusick and renowned academic, plant pathologist, and soil microbiologist Dr. Mary Cole may seem unusual, but…
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Council moves early to fast-track major intersection upgrade
Cardinia Shire Council has unanimously approved $550,000 in early funding to fast-track planning for the Brunt Road and Whiteside Road intersection upgrade, a major project…
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Festival lights up
The Garfield Christmas Festival returned on December 12, bringing festive cheer and community spirit to the township. Revived in 2014, the festival had grown into…
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Pakenham farewells Lefty
Last week, Pakenham mourned the passing of local legend Kelvin “Lefty” Rees, best known as Main Street’s loyal sweeper. A funeral service was held on…
