News
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Book week with author Danyal Diallo
Pakenham Officer Star News1. What is your biggest accomplishment that you are most proud of? Earlier this year, I published my first book titled Rising From The Rooftop:…
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Pakenham Library celebrates Book Week
Pakenham Officer Star NewsWicked to whimsy, Pakenham Library celebrated their favourite characters to mark this year’s Book Week. Staff and residents dressed up on Tuesday for Book Week…
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Permit still undetermined despite Costco Pakenham expected in 2027
Pakenham Officer Star NewsExcitement is brewing as Costco expect its Pakenham warehouse to be open in 2027, but hopes remain reserved as an approved permit is still far…
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Dandenong man charged with Cobram murder
Dandenong Star JournalA Dandenong man has been charged over the death of a woman in Cobram on Tuesday 19 August. Homicide Squad detectives charged the 45-year-old with…
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$80K gold heist: Springvale family looted
Dandenong Star JournalA devastated Springvale family have been robbed of their dream to buy land for a house after a home robbery wiped out almost $80,000 of…
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Signs up as lake petition moves forward
Berwick Star NewsLarge signs have been propped up around homes in Berwick Springs, weeks after Ann-Marie Hermans said in Parliament that she was aiming to table the…
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Staying in style and safe
Dandenong Star JournalThe Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has enlisted the support of local barbers and stylists to inspire talks on road safety. As part of a novel…
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Battin doubles-down on crime-scene presser
Dandenong Star JournalOpposition leader Brad Battin has double-downed on controversially addressing media at a homicide investigation in Dandenong on Tuesday 19 August. Upon hearing about the incident…
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An unenthusiastic crowd to attend Dandenong showgrounds
Dandenong Star JournalMore than 150 drivers accused of taking part in illegal hoon gatherings across Greater Dandenong will be forced to surrender their cars for roadworthy checks…
Sport
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Lions seek revenge as Pakenham reacquaint with Blues
Pakenham Officer Star NewsPakenham has no time to rue Saturday’s round-18 performance with the Lions set to line up against Seville again in this week’s qualifying final. Pakenham…
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Young ruck progressing
Cranbourne Star NewsYoung Beaconsfield tall Harry Coe is quickly forging a reputation as a capable emerging ruck at VFL level. Coe has been named in the best…
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Proud Magpies fall short after strong debut season
Berwick Star NewsAfter a successful first season in the top grade of Southern netball Narre Warren fell nine goals short in the preliminary final against Cheltenham on…
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Hock and Mills bring magic show to Lang Lang
Cranbourne Star NewsLANG LANG GOLF It was a week that will long be remembered at Lang Lang Golf Club with not one, but two holes-in-one recorded. On…
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Finals entrée for Pakenham
Pakenham Officer Star NewsFinals are now the focus for the Pakenham Pumas after a compelling last round of the season saw wins to B2 and C2 and A2…
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Slippery slope ends for Eels
Pakenham Officer Star NewsA competitive but non-productive second half of the season has continued for the Pakenham Rugby League Club after the Eels ended their 2025 campaign with…
Entertainment
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3D animations light up world fare
Dandenong Star JournalA unique 3D-dining experience is lighting up tables at Hyatt Place in Caribbean Park, Scoresby. In an exclusive Victorian season, Le Petit Chef & Friends…
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Choosing hope in troubled times
Dandenong Star JournalIn a time when the news is filled with war, climate change, and other disasters, beginning an article with the words “I am hopeful for…
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Muralist dips lid to Dandy Pig
Dandenong Star JournalDecades of dormant memories are being roused by a blazing mural tribute to the iconic Dandy Pig neon sign. Acclaimed artist Claudio Mantuano has portrayed…
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Milestone for iconic art show
Dandenong Star JournalEntries are open for the 20th anniversary of the Noble Park Community Centre Art Show. The iconic event was the brainchild of Hugh Kilgower and…
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Poem for peace
Endeavour Hills Hallam Doveton Star JournalMay I invite you to reflect with me … and may our hearts be in shared humanity, let us pause for a sacred moment of…
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Showcase of our special city
Dandenong Star JournalA showcase of the public’s best photos of Greater Dandenong’s favourite places will again feature in a 2026 community calendar. The council is calling for…
More News
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Casey councillors slash CEO powers to $5m
Dandenong Star JournalCasey councillors have cut back a proposal to give the CEO authority to sign off on contracts worth up to $15 million, with councillors voting…
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Fed Uni introduced social work degree in Berwick
Berwick Star NewsThe Berwick campus of Federation University will be one of two to launch the Bachelor of Social Work degree in order to help address skills…
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Grant recipients announced
Pakenham Officer Star NewsCardinia Shire Council have announced the recipients of the 2025/26 Wellbeing Support and Community Capital Works Grants. Council have granted funding to 69 community groups…
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Book Week with author Kelly Wilson
Pakenham Officer Star News1. What book are you currently reading, and what drew you to it? I’m currently reading 3 books. I’ve always got more than one on…
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Fergie honoured for 25 years
Pakenham Officer Star NewsA dedicated community volunteer has been honoured for his time recently in Emerald, as he continues to tend the gardens and gravesides at the local…
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Thief jailed after high-speed, fiery chase
Cranbourne Star NewsA car thief who assaulted police officers, fled at speeds up to 170km/h and crashed and torched the stolen Jeep in Cranbourne has been jailed.…