News
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Why marching against immigration is marching backwards
Dandenong Star JournalOn 31 August 2025, waves of rallies under the banner March for Australia swept through major cities. From Melbourne to Hobart, from Canberra to Adelaide.…
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Four arrested following Cranbourne pursuit of stolen vehicle
Cranbourne Star NewsThree males and a female have been arrested after an allegedly stolen vehicle was tracked by police from Cranbourne to South Yarra in the early…
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Fatal collision in Lynbrook
Cranbourne Star NewsA motorcyclist has died on the South Gippsland Highway in Lynbrook in the early morning of Tuesday 2 September, after a serious collision. Emergency services…
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Cultural centre goes blue for men with prostate cancer
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe Cardinia Cultural Centre in Pakenham will light up blue every night in September, in support of local men and families with prostate cancer. The…
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Man charged after $50K worth of stolen goods seized
Pakenham Officer Star NewsCardinia Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a man and seized more than $50,000 worth of goods in Pakenham. Detectives executed a search warrant at…
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Locals prep for the great outdoors
Pakenham Officer Star NewsWith spring finally here, many families are preparing for the summer road trips, and that was provided in full at last weekend’s Gippsland Caravan, Camping…
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The blokes go wild
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe function centre at Gumbuya World was full to the brom as just under 500 blokes packed in for the Cardinia Casey Biggest Ever Blokes…
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Cat curfew in the spotlight for Casey
Berwick Star NewsThe City of Casey has set its sights on tackling the persistent issue of wandering cats, outlining a tougher stance in its new Domestic Animal…
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Shock on MPs Stalin comparison
Berwick Star NewsShock and disrespect, South-Eastern Metropolitan MP Michael Galea has spoken out against a fellow minister who likened former Premier Daniel Andrews to dictator Joseph Stalin.…
Sport
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Lions roar into prelim
Berwick Star NewsThe youth brigade at Pakenham was in full force with the Lions grinding out a gritty semi-final victory over Alexandra in week two of the…
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Cardinia fall short in elimination thrillers
Pakenham Officer Star NewsCardinia Storm’s seniors are out of the finals now after two narrow losses ended their grand final dreams. The Men’s Metro 1 South side went…
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Dales dare to dream
Cranbourne Star NewsSeverely undermanned, backs to the wall and trailing by 26 points at half time, it was the comeback that nobody thought possible. While there was…
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Rosellas fly over Bulldog hurdle
Dandenong Star JournalThe Southern Division 1 finals kicked off on the weekend with two exciting match-ups, while minor premier Dingley enjoyed the week off. The first match…
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Redbacks grand final bound
Berwick Star NewsHampton Park is through to the grand final in Southern Division 2 after defeating Highett in the second semi-final by 24 points. Midway through the…
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Beaconsfield beaten
Berwick Star NewsBeaconsfield’s senior season is over. The Eagles exited finals in straight sets in the Eastern Football Netball League Division 1 competition following a 9.11(65) to…
Entertainment
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Stepping up for Schools Spectacular
Dandenong Star JournalA cast of thousands of young singers, dancers, circus artists and musicians are set to mark the 30th anniversary of the Victorian State Schools Spectacular.…
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Connection creates happiness
Dandenong Star JournalThe importance of human connection is grounded in evolutionary biology. A meaning life must be found in the here and now — in the experiences…
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Cover your head, it’s swooping season!
Dandenong Star JournalWalkers and cyclists are being warned to be alert for swooping birds during Spring Greater Dandenong Council is installing warning signs during the traditional bird-breeding…
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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…
More News
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Four jailed over fatal ambush in Noble Park
Dandenong Star JournalA group of men have been jailed over fatally shooting Noble Park North standover man Tommy Loulanting with a sawn-off shotgun in 2022. Zeeshan Mehdi,…
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Cranbourne named top scam hotspot
Cranbourne Star NewsCranbourne has once again been named among Victoria’s scam hotspots, with new data showing the suburb is one of the state’s top five postcodes for…
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Prevention and intervention, crime discussions in Casey
Berwick Star NewsYouth crime was a close second among residents’ prime concerns during the Neighbourhood Crime Forum at Bunjil Place, with questions around safety and what police…
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Overdoses’ fatal toll climbs in Greater Dandenong
Dandenong Star JournalDrastic action, including medically-supervised injecting, is required to curb soaring numbers of people dying from unintended drug overdoses, say experts. In the five years 2019-’23,…
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Shisha cafes destroyed by suspicious fires
Dandenong Star JournalTwo shisha lounges in Greater Dandenong have been destroyed by suspicious fires in the early hours of Saturday 30 August. FRV firefighters found a building…
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Rooming houses under the radar
Dandenong Star JournalNeighbours have been shocked to discover an unannounced rooming house is being built in their leafy Dandenong street. Without notification or even a planning permit,…