News
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Lang Lang ready to restart a heart
Pakenham Officer Star NewsLang Lang and Kingsville are now well equipped to help save the life of someone in cardiac arrest – the towns graduating this month as…
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Battle of the bands rocks Cardinia
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe inaugural Cardinia Inter-School Battle of the Bands was a rocking success with three schools and more than 60 students showcasing their talents. Held at…
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Trafficker arrested outside Drug Court
Cranbourne Star NewsA judge described it as “breathtaking” that a trafficker arrived at a Dandenong Drug Court appointment in a dubiously-obtained Landcruiser laden with meth and cash.…
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New president for CRRA
Cranbourne Star NewsCasey Residents & Ratepayers Association (CRRA) has announced its 2025–26 executive committee following its 2025 Annual General Meeting. Longtime local resident Alan Murphy has been…
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Cranbourne Community Hospital opens
Cranbourne Star NewsCranbourne Community Hospital was officially opened after years of waiting. The plague was unveiled on Saturday 11 October. Operated by Monash Health, the three-storey hospital…
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Anon email attacks council ’culture’
Dandenong Star JournalAn anonymous email taking aim at Greater Dandenong Council’s recruitment and leadership has sparked calls for an external independent investigation. The missive sent to councillors…
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Hill defends migration
Dandenong Star JournalBruce MP and assistant minister Julian Hill has taken aim at critics of Australia’s migration levels. In a speech to a national migration conference on…
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Jail spared after $111K tax fraud
Dandenong Star JournalA former Dandenong North woman has tearfully thanked a judge after being spared jail for defrauding the Australian Taxation Office more than $110,000. Hailey Rowntree,…
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Smoke warning after recycler’s fire
Dandenong Star JournalFirefighters have battled a large rubbish fire at a recycling waste facility in Dandenong South on Sunday evening (12 October). Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) was…
Sport
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Predators and Cheers the last two standing
Pakenham Officer Star NewsGrand finalists in the South West Gippsland Dart League have been decided after Cheers scored a nail-biting 8-6 victory over Just Social in the preliminary…
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Winning ways for Bray on an ideal day at Corinella
Pakenham Officer Star NewsThe greens were buzzing at Corinella Bowls Club as 52 members of the South West Gippsland Midweek Bowling Group gathered for another round of friendly…
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Hillman the hero for Titans
Cranbourne Star NewsA Riley Marie century guided Berwick Springs to a round one win over Narre North in DDCA Turf 3. An opener whose steady hand is…
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Chasing targets proves difficult on opening day of the season
Berwick Star NewsWinning the toss and bowling has proven to be a recipe for defeat for both Endeavour Hills and Noble Park on the opening day of…
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Jigsaw finds the missing piece to the puzzle
Cranbourne Star NewsA return to his home track has paid handsome dividends for the Cindy Alderson-trained Jigsaw who claimed his second Apache Cat Classic (1200m) at Southside…
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Powell powers Bullseyes to victory
Dandenong Star JournalMDDA Bullseyes will almost certainly play finals in Division 1 of the Mountain Dart League this season after banking a dominant 18-3 victory over Redbacks…
Entertainment
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Crew offers free gardening help
Dandenong Star JournalIn the flush of Spring, a charitable service by Freemasons volunteers offering free gardening and maintenance has been launched in Greater Dandenong. With a trailer…
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Hundreds fill mosque for Seerah conference
Dandenong Star JournalA crowd of 1000 filled the Keysborough Turkish Islamic & Cultural Centre for the 5th Annual Seerah Conference (Mawlid) on 21 September. Hosted by the…
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Exhibition honours Hills seniors
Pakenham Officer Star NewsLong-time Emerald resident and photographer, Paul Bianco is shining a spotlight on the power, presence, and contribution of older community members in his latest exhibition…
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Game for new adventures
Dandenong Star JournalPlayers got to try out an array of board games from around the world at Dandenong Library on Wednesday 8 October. Carrom and Chinese Checkers…
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Spiritual self-care sustains hope
Dandenong Star JournalEvery day we are living a life of hope. We trust the routine we have established and we walk confidently into our day. Then something…
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90 years of Rotary in Dandenong celebrated
Dandenong Star JournalRotarians marked an extraordinary 90 years in Dandenong with a packed dinner at Dandenong Club on Saturday 5 October. Dozens including friends, families and Greater…
More News
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Five key tips for silage this season
Pakenham Officer Star NewsCapitalising on the spring surplus will be critical on farms this year. While some things are out of our control, focusing on key factors will…
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Funds for Landcare Grants
Pakenham Officer Star NewsMelbourne Water has delivered over half a million dollars to support Landcare groups and networks restoring, enhancing and protecting the local environment. In the 2025…
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Emerald student wins ceramic award at Melbourne Show
Pakenham Officer Star NewsEmerald Primary School student Jack Watson has taken out first place in the ceramics section at this year’s Royal Melbourne Show, impressing judges with his…
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Working success-story
Berwick Star NewsA South East man with intellectual disability juggles a variety of employment thanks to organisations like Wallara and Wintringham. Camilo and his family may not…
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Principal ‘wrapped’ to feed worthy cause
Dandenong Star JournalDandenong Primary School’s principal took on a fun sandwich wrapping competition as part of a campaign to ensure students have lunch at schools. With a…
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Working for success
Dandenong Star JournalA South East man with an intellectual disability is juggling a variety of employment thanks to organisations like Wallara and Wintringham. Camilo and his family…