News
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Division into dialogue
Pakenham Officer Star NewsWhen rising tensions forced Danyal Diallo to delay his youth outreach event, he saw it not as a defeat but as a reminder of why…
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Next stop: crime
Pakenham Officer Star NewsCardinia Road Station is emerging as a hotspot for youth crime and antisocial behaviour, with residents reporting intimidation, gang activity and violent assaults involving machetes.…
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60 years, still strong
Pakenham Officer Star NewsGary and Diane King (nee Stephens) are celebrating an incredible milestone this year, marking 60 years of marriage. The long-time residents and community stalwarts of…
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Locals react as machetes are officially banned
Pakenham Officer Star NewsMachetes, long feared as a deadly weapon in the south east, are now banned in Victoria with tough penalties kicking in this month. Anyone caught…
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Renewed focus on dog attack response
Berwick Star NewsThe City of Casey is sharpening its focus on preventing dog attacks, after new figures revealed the municipality continues to record hundreds of incidents each…
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Free public transport during Seniors Festival
Cranbourne Star NewsThe much-anticipated Victorian Seniors Festival is just around the corner. This state-wide event for older residents takes place every October across Victoria. This year, the…
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Fallen police officers honoured, $1M reward offered to catch Dezi Freeman
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe tragedy in Porepunkah may have unfolded hours away in Victoria but its impact is being felt deeply in Cardinia and Casey, where communities are…
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Fallen officers honoured, $1M reward offered to catch Dezi Freeman
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe tragedy in Porepunkah may have unfolded hours away in Victoria but its impact is being felt deeply in Cardinia and Casey, where communities are…
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No hiding from death
Dandenong Star JournalThe Buddha, in the Dhammapada, reminds us with striking clarity: “Not in the sky, nor in the middle of the ocean, nor in the cave…
Sport
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Greyhounds angel wins top award
Dandenong Star JournalA veterinary nurse who pioneered Australia’s first greyhound adoption program has been recognised at Sandown Greyhound Racing Club’s annual Women in Racing Awards Night. Mel…
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Desperate Dales meet Panthers in prelim blockbuster
Cranbourne Star NewsIt will be an exciting road trip down to RJ Rowley Reserve as Pearcedale and Devon Meadows meet in the Mornington Peninsula Division 2 preliminary…
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Lions face Burras with grand final spot up for grabs
Pakenham Officer Star NewsA spot in the grand final is up for grabs. Pakenham will go head-to-head with minor premiers Warburton Millgrove in Saturday’s Outer East Division 1…
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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…
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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Fallen officers remembered
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe tragedy in Porepunkah may have unfolded hours away in Victoria but its impact is being felt deeply in Cardinia and Casey, where communities are…
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Drownings spike in multicultural and older Australians
Pakenham Officer Star NewsDrownings across Australia have increased by a fourth compared to the last decade’s average, putting into relief the most vulnerable of the community, as multicultural…
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Emerald’s Jessica Brown named Australia’s Pharmacy Assistant of the Year
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe Pharmacy Guild of Australia has named Jessica Brown from Emerald Village Pharmacy in Melbourne, Victoria, as its 2025 Pharmacy Assistant of the Year (PATY).…
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‘Garad vs CEO’ conflict escalates
Dandenong Star JournalGreater Dandenong councillor Rhonda Garad has gone head to head with the council’s chief executive over the council’s response to her social media retweets on…
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Casey calls on State for urgent graffiti action
Cranbourne Star NewsThe City of Casey has urged decisive action from the State Government to address the growing issue of graffiti vandalism in the municipality. Particularly observed…
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Performances On Air, Berwick students to rock John Cain Arena
Berwick Star NewsHitting the big stage isn’t an issue for two Berwick high schoolers, as they gear themselves up in preparation for the Victorian State Schools Spectacular…