News
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Antisemitism forum labelled a ‘political junket’
Dandenong Star JournalThe Jewish Council of Australia has praised Greater Dandenong and Casey councillors for declining invites to an antisemitism forum on the Gold Coast. The JCA…
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Truckie fined for menacing ‘bullet’ tweet to PM
Dandenong Star JournalA truckie who tweeted to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese that “you need a bullet, I can do it in person” has been convicted and fined.…
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Paint thinners blaze in Cranbourne West industrial area
Cranbourne Star NewsFire Rescue Victoria (FRV) responded to an incident on Futures Road in the industrial heartland of Cranbourne West after callers to Triple Zero (000) reported…
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Six alleged home invaders arrested after police pursuit
Cranbourne Star NewsSix men and youths from the South East have been arrested after an aggravated home invasion and police pursuit across several suburbs. A man and…
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Station on edge
Pakenham Officer Star NewsConcerned Beaconsfield residents are calling for immediate action to fix their deteriorating train station, warning that its crumbling condition poses a serious safety risk. A…
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Community cut off
Pakenham Officer Star NewsBeaconsfield residents are raising alarms about ongoing flooding issues linked to the recent Level Crossing Removal project. Local resident Jacqueline expressed frustration, saying the area…
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Lyndale pavilion scores $540K revamp
Dandenong Star JournalLyndale Secondary College is ready to serve up more sport with the completion of kitchen upgrades at the school’s pavilion. The revamp jointly funded by…
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Spring in bloom at Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne
Berwick Star NewsRoyal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne is putting on a spectacular show this spring, with wattles and orchids bursting into bloom. “We have approximately 87 species of…
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More sports for Lyndale Secondary College
Dandenong Star JournalLyndale Secondary College is ready to serve up more sport at the completion of kitchen upgrades and more at the school’s pavilion, backed by the…
Sport
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‘Breathing fire:’ Bunyip through to big dance
Pakenham Officer Star NewsBunyip is through to the Ellinbank League under-16 grand final after a thrilling 5.2(32) to 4.6(30) victory over Trafalgar in the qualifying final at Catani…
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Berwick AFL prospect rising
Cranbourne Star NewsMarcus Krasnadamskis’ body language foreshadows the basketballer-turned-footballer’s emotions towards his two standout sports. The mention of footy widens the teenager’s eyes, brightens his face and…
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Floyd un-Loch’s the secret on a freezing cold day for bowls
Berwick Star NewsIt was a day when only the bravest of members from the South West Gippsland Midweek Bowling Group took to the rink with 26 players…
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Young Puma cubs pounce
Pakenham Officer Star NewsPakenham Baseball Club added silverware to the town vault on Saturday after the Pumas scored a memorable victory over Cheltenham Rustlers Blue in the Dandenong…
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Too easy for seven-goal Yze
Dandenong Star JournalCasey Demons youngster Noah Yze announced himself to the VFL on Saturday, kicking seven goals to lead his side to a 20.12(132) to 8.8(56) elimination…
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Westerners in big dance for first time in over three decades
Berwick Star NewsDandenong West is through to its first senior grand final in 33 years after knocking off Lyndale in the Southern Football Netball League Division 3…
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…
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Bangholme company fined $80K after fatal after-hours incident
Dandenong Star JournalA company was fined $80,000 after a worker was fatally run over by heavy machinery during an after-hours drinks session at its Bangholme depot. HSG…
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IBAC lays charges
Berwick Star NewsTwo people, including a former Casey councillor, have been charged from matters arising from the Operation Sandon corruption inquiry. The Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC)…
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Casey denies waste-station conflict
Cranbourne Star NewsCasey Council is denying community claims of a conflict of interest in its approval of a proposed Hampton Park waste transfer station. Community groups have…
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Letter to Editor: The March for Australia is un-Australian
Cranbourne Star NewsForgive me for my naivety but the people we saw at the March for Australia rallies at the weekend are not the true representation of…
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Zoning deadlock frustrates
Pakenham Officer Star NewsFor over a decade, landowners between Peck Road and Brown Road in Pakenham have been trapped in a cycle of frustration over zoning and planning…
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Success as $200,000 wiped from Bring Your Bills event
Cranbourne Star NewsThe Bring Your Bills event on Tuesday, 2 September, was a resounding success, as just over $200,000 in debt was cleared on the day. The…