News
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A Celebration of Diversity for club members
Pakenham Officer Star NewsOn 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
Berwick Star NewsNew 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
Berwick Star NewsThe 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…
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Ultimate guide: how to navigate Melbourne’s $13.5 billion Metro Tunnel
Cranbourne Star NewsThe Metro Tunnel, the city’s $13.5 billion mega-project, will open to the public in two phases: a partial opening in early December, and a full-service…
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Melbourne’s $13.5 billion Metro Tunnel to open in February 2026
Cranbourne Star NewsThe 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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Sth East youth leader wins Young Victorian of the Year
Dandenong Star JournalThe Victorian Young Australian of the Year 2026 is based right in the South East, recognised for his impactful positive changes in the region. Abraham…
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Casey youth leader wins Young Victorian of the Year
Dandenong Star JournalThe Victorian Young Australian of the Year 2026 is based right in City of Casey, recognised for his impactful positive changes in the South East…
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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,…
Sport
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O’Brien puts pen to paper at the Redbacks
Cranbourne Star NewsAfter 12 months away from the game, highly regarded coach Steve O’Brien will begin a new era at Hampton Park, signing on as the director…
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Baharis stars at Garfield
Pakenham Officer Star NewsGARFIELD GOLF The veteran’s tour travelled to Berwick Montuna on October 27 where a field of 63 presented for the usual stableford event. Our own…
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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…
Entertainment
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Casey Expands Environmental Volunteer Program with 10 New Reserves
Berwick Star NewsThe City of Casey is adding 10 new reserves to its Environmental Volunteering Program. Meaning those with a natural green thumb or who want to…
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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…
More News
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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.…