News
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Labor chose Gen Z go-getter to hold Pakenham in 2026 state election
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe Labor Party will attempt to retain the seat of Pakenham with Alessandra Soliven, a Gen Z rising star in the party, still fresh out…
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Residents stranded without buses for months
Pakenham Officer Star NewsResidents say they’ve been left stranded, with no public bus services operating in some parts of Pakenham for more than three months. On Cameron Way,…
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End of term for State monitors appointed to oversee Casey Council
Cranbourne Star NewsThe City of Casey has bid farewell to the State Government Municipal Monitors, who were appointed a 12-month term to provide oversight on the conduct…
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$1.5m Employment Hub talks begin
Dandenong Star JournalIn the latest step twoards a $1.5 million Greater Dandenong Employment Hub, a meeting was held between MPs, employers and City of Greater Dandenong Council…
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Father condemns stolen plaque
Dandenong Star JournalA father has condemned the theft of his son’s memorial plaque after it was stolen from a Doveton Skate Park on Frawley Road. “It is…
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Council misses ‘net-zero’ target
Dandenong Star JournalGreater Dandenong Council’s net-zero emissions target could be blown out by a decade. Originally, the net-zero target was hoped to be achieved this year. A…
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Charity golf day scratched
Dandenong Star JournalAn annual charity golf event has been cancelled after Greater Dandenong Council diverted its logistical support to “other priorities”. With the support of corporate sponsors,…
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Heartbroken owner loses kitten despite heroic efforts to save him
Berwick Star NewsBenji the kitten, who only one week ago was fighting for his life at an emergency clinic has sadly passed away at his home overnight.…
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Giving Machine is coming back to Fountain Gate
Berwick Star NewsIn the spirit of giving, this holiday season, the Giving Machine will be coming back to Fountain Gate Shopping Centre for its second year in…
Sport
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Lynbrook go back-to-back
Berwick Star NewsLynbrook and Keysborough have both won their second consecutive game in the Dandenong District Cricket Association Turf 3 competition. After three wickets to opening bowler…
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Bernardo the man to take Hallam into premiership defence
Dandenong Star JournalAfter the most successful season in club history, Hallam is entering a new era with Anthony Bernardo set to take over the reins as senior…
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Melbourne City to begin premiership defence at Casey Fields
Dandenong Star JournalAs the A-League Women’s season heats up, elite football will be returning to Casey Fields for the 2025/26 season. Melbourne City FC have seven games…
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Yabbies come from clouds
Pakenham Officer Star NewsOne of the all-time great wins against one of the all-time great enemies. Pakenham Upper/Toomuc came from the clouds and stole victory over Nar Nar…
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Bauer guides Clyde home
Berwick Star NewsA captain’s innings from Trevor Bauer guided Clyde to victory over Pakenham at Toomuc Reserve in round five of the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA)…
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Officer sneaks by Bombers
Cranbourne Star NewsThe second leg of two day action produced intense results in round four of the lower grades of the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA). Officer…
Entertainment
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Santa’s Arrival Parade at Fountain Gate
Berwick Star NewsSanta is getting ready to touch down at Westfield Fountain Gate for annual photo sessions, bringing plenty of Christmas cheer for families eager to capture…
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Spooky night at Old Cheese Factory
Berwick Star NewsIt was a spooky evening at the Old Cheese Factory in Berwick last Friday night as more than 3500 people gathered for the annual Halloween…
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Calling the Pilgrims of Hope
Dandenong Star JournalAs Pilgrims of Hope, we are called … To walk with open hearts, To journey with faith, To trust that the path before us Is…
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In the presence of absence
Dandenong Star JournalInternationally celebrated artist, Ibrahim Ahmed has launched his first Australian exhibition at Dandenong’s Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre. The exhibition, Amidst the Absence, A…
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Local retreat
Berwick Star NewsOpen Gardens Victoria is introducing its new private garden filled with colourful native plants and a flowing creek that also offers a 360- degree view…
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Get moving and grooving at U3A
Berwick Star NewsAs part of the City of Casey’s Aging Positively Festival during October, Casey’s U3A showcased a range of activities able to be enjoyed by senior…
More News
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62 offences in high-risk driving blitz
Dandenong Star JournalVictoria Police have booked dozens of drivers during a recent high-risk driving blitz in Greater Dandenong. Last week, members from Springvale Police, Greater Dandenong Highway…
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Kirwan vows to prioritise Cranbourne
Cranbourne Star NewsGreens candidate Matthew Kirwan says the Cranbourne corridor will be one of his top priorities if elected to represent the South-Eastern Metropolitan Region at next…
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Readers embrace Halloween
Pakenham Officer Star NewsHalloween filled our streets, homes, libraries, shopping centres with creativity and festive energy on October 31. Children, adults, and even pets showcased imaginative costumes, from…
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Q&A with long-time nurse Sally Joustra from Berwick Hospital
Pakenham Officer Star NewsCan you tell me a moment that truly affirmed your decision to become a nurse? My mother was a nurse for many years at both…
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Clyde North golfers swing for sick kids
Berwick Star NewsClyde North golfers are teeing up for a good cause this November as X-Golf joins forces with the Starlight Children’s Foundation for its nationwide charity…
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UPDATE: Single mum struggles as insurer denies vet bill
Berwick Star NewsJess Mead, a single mother from Casey, was given less than 10 days to pay off her two month old kitten’s $5000 vet bill after…