News
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Bumble Bee Buzzes Again
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe Bumble Bee Baby and Children’s Market returned to Berwick Fields Primary School on Sunday 24 August, attracting local families for a fun-filled day of…
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Vibrance of India
Pakenham Officer Star NewsCardinia Gujarati Association Inc. (CGAI) recently brought the spirit of India to Cardinia Shire by celebrating two of the most revered festivals in the Hindu…
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Red for a Reason
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe Ladies in Red Gala Lunch was held at the Pink Hill Hotel in Beaconsfield on August 24, organised by the local social group Ladies…
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Age of Steam stops at Pakenham Station
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe juxtaposition of new and old was on display over the weekend with the original “Gippslander” train passing through Pakenham. The Age of Steam stopped…
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Burden on residents, Mayor vows continued advocacy as ESVF levy hits
Berwick Star NewsMayor Stefan Koomen has acknowledged the impact of the ESVF levy, vowing commitment for fairer outcomes and advocacy for Casey residents. This comes as the…
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Traders keen for Berwick’s Christmas cheer
Berwick Star NewsWith only 17 Fridays left before Christmas, the holiday spirit is brewing in Berwick, following the $25,000 fund granted for the suburb’s Main Street to…
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Sandon ex-mayors call for no IBAC public hearings
Berwick Star NewsFormer Casey mayors grilled in the Operation Sandon investigation have called for IBAC to cease holding examinations in public “under any circumstances”. A joint submission…
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Junction Village residents battle rabbit plague in front yards
Cranbourne Star NewsJunction Village residents are waging a battle against a furry foe, as rabbits wreak havoc on their front-yard gardens. Rabbit plague is nothing new for…
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Payne fires up debate on incinerators
Dandenong Star JournalA South East MP is seeking to reignite debate on the growing role of waste-to-energy incinerators in Victoria, including in Dandenong South. This week, Legalise…
Sport
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Phil Wright and his team the newest legends of Lang Lang
Pakenham Officer Star NewsPhil Wright and his team of Peter Taylor and Derek Fenn are the latest winners of the South West Gippsland Midweek Bowling Group weekly challenge…
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City secure finals with win
Cranbourne Star NewsDandenong City punched its ticket to the NPL finals with a 3-0 win away at Melbourne Victory in round 26. City came through when it…
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Allen to lead Officer in 2026
Berwick Star NewsOptimism is building at Rob Porter Reserve with Officer re-appointing senior playing coach Nathan Allen for 2026. While the Kangaroos will finish eighth and miss…
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Gibbs and Richardson in battle for the ages
Dandenong Star JournalDean Gibbs and Chris Richardson provided one of the great showdowns of the Mountain Dart League Division 1 season on Friday night with a three-leg…
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Hawks soar and Bulls flop
Dandenong Star JournalRowville will take great confidence into this Sunday’s elimination final against South Croydon after the Hawks proved too good for second-placed East Ringwood in Eastern…
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Milestone goals for Miller
Cranbourne Star News**It was a huge day for the MILLER family at KOOWEERUP with Ellie Miller playing her 300th game on Saturday. Ellie is the wife of…
Entertainment
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Booked up for storied celebrations
Dandenong Star JournalIt’s that time of year when our favourite book characters take new life. Students at Spring Parks and Dandenong North primary schools dressed up as…
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Finding common ground
Endeavour Hills Hallam Doveton Star JournalThe Interfaith Network is about creating spaces where people are seen, heard, and embraced for who they are, no matter their faith background. It’s about…
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Inspiring the next generation of illustrators
Pakenham Officer Star NewsEmerald Library had an incredible visit from an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator on Thursday 21 August to help celebrate Book Week. Nicky Johnston…
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Inara’s art of generosity
Dandenong Star JournalTwo decades ago, Inara Taylor gifted a popular art show to Noble Park. Now the 82-year-old Traralgon-based painter is bearing more gifts to help raise…
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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…
More News
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Casey Grammar teacher invited to share innovation in Asia
Cranbourne Star NewsJust months into her teaching career, Casey Grammar School’s Ella Clifton has achieved what many educators aspire to over a lifetime – international recognition. The…
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MP backs Casey plan to scrap unregistered vehicle permits
Cranbourne Star NewsLibertarian State MP David Limbrick is urging residents of the City of Casey to get behind a recommendation to remove permits regulating motor vehicle repairs…
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Bowled over by new upgrades in Hampton Park
Cranbourne Star NewsHampton Park Bowls Club is celebrating its new home with the official opening of its upgraded facilities. The upgraded facilities will support the club’s continued…
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Developer donates home for homeless
Dandenong Star JournalDandenong South-based Alapont Development has donated a brand-new house in Pakenham to homelessness agency WAYSS for families in need. This is a partnership between the…
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Alliance withdraws support for pokies-card trial
Dandenong Star JournalA leading gambling-reform body has withdrawn support for a State Government trial of poker machine carded play in Greater Dandenong. The Alliance for Gambling Reform…
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Accused car thief faces 32 charges
Dandenong Star JournalAn arrested man has been accused of a 32-offence, three-week crime spree across the South East. The 28-year-old from Carrum Downs was allegedly in a…