News
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Man winched to safety in Tonimbuk
Pakenham Officer Star NewsA man was winched to safety via helicopter after getting stuck in mud in Tonimbuk this week. Emergency services were called to the property on…
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Prized possession goes up in flames
Pakenham Officer Star NewsA prized possession of restored trucks and hot rods has gone up in flames after a fire at a Pakenham factory. Firefighters responded to a…
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Dictator comparison sparks criticism
Dandenong Star JournalLiberal South-eastern Metropolitan MP Ann-Marie Hermans has compared former Premier Daniel Andrews to Joseph Stalin during a parliamentary debate on Wednesday, 27 August. This first…
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WTE incinerators under the blowtorch
Cranbourne Star NewsA State Parliament inquiry has been launched into waste-to-energy incinerators, with the support of Government MPs. Meanwhile during a debate on the issue, Upper House…
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Casey Council recognises the heart of the community at Mayoral celebration
Cranbourne Star NewsCity of Casey hosted a community service organisations partnership celebration at Bunjil Place on Monday 25 August. Mayor Cr Stefan Koomen was joined by Deputy…
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Armed carjacker gets bogged down
Dandenong Star JournalA man who carjacked a victim at knifepoint before bogging the vehicle in a garden 150 metres away has been jailed. Reza Muradi, about 23-24…
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Emergency Management Plan consultation period open in Casey
Cranbourne Star NewsThe City of Casey is seeking the community’s input on their recent goal to review the Municipal Energy Management Plan. Updated every three years, the…
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Climate education for schools in Casey underway
Berwick Star NewsThe City of Casey’s Climate Action Living Labs have been active throughout August, as the Monash University project takes its first steps of the 12-month…
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Gaming Minister defends ‘robust’ pokies trial
Dandenong Star JournalGaming Minister Enver Erdogan has defended the State Government’s ”robust” pokies-card trial set to begin in Greater Dandenong in September. The trial of mandatory carded-play…
Sport
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Andrews lights up the course at Lang Lang
Berwick Star NewsLANG LANG GOLF It was a week to remember at Lang Lang Golf Club with strong fields, impressive scores and a standout double from Lee…
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Casey the VFL’s giant sleeper
Berwick Star NewsCasey is ready to make a mark in the VFL finals – and looms as a danger side for the rest of the competition. The…
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Casey the VFL’s sleeper
Cranbourne Star NewsCasey is ready to make a mark in the VFL finals – and looms as a danger side for the rest of the competition. The…
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Cannons back to their best in top division
Cranbourne Star NewsCasey Cannons finished the home-and-away season in first place on the Men’s Vic League (MVL2) ladder after thumping St Bede’s 10-0. Having seven goal scorers…
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Warriors fall short in prelim
Pakenham Officer Star NewsA sour way to end an impressive season. The Pakenham Warriors Championship Women came up short against Bulleen in the preliminary final on Saturday at…
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Dwyer recognised for strong season with Narre Warren
Cranbourne Star NewsNarre Warren’s Gabrielle Dwyer capped off a strong individual season to win the Southern Netball A1 best and fairest with 25 votes. The assistant coach…
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…
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Hearing calls
Pakenham Officer 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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Families torn apart
Pakenham Officer Star NewsMedicating children with ADHD and Autism remains a deeply contested issue, particularly in cultural and religious communities across south east and wider Australia. South Sudanese…
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Local support begins
Pakenham Officer Star NewsResidents now have a new space for support and information with the launch of the Cardinia Prostate Cancer Support Group. The initiative is a partnership…
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Young stars ignite West Side Story at Bunjil Place
Cranbourne Star NewsSt Peter’s College is bringing the iconic streets of New York to life with their production of West Side Story at City of Casey Schools…
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Casey’s animal management plan taking feedback
Berwick Star NewsThe City of Casey is calling on residents to help shape the way communities care for and manage animals in the community by having their…
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Ideas sought for economic growth
Dandenong Star JournalFuture prosperity in Greater Dandenong’s business and activity centres is open for comment. Greater Dandenong Council is inviting the community to help develop its Economy…