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  • ‘Keep Our Doors Open’

    ‘Keep Our Doors Open’

    Cardinia Council is backing a statewide campaign calling for a 25 per cent increase in funding for neighbourhood houses, warning that underfunding is forcing closures,…

  • Levy breaks the record

    Levy breaks the record

    A record-breaking petition with nearly 44,000 signatures, with strong local support was tabled in State Parliament on October 14, by Joe McCracken, Liberal Member for…

  • Preserving the Jewel

    Preserving the Jewel

    Cardinia Shire Council has approved the continuation of a master plan review for Emerald Lake Precinct, aiming to revitalise the park as a regional hub…

  • Two officers assaulted and man charged in Pakenham

    Two officers assaulted and man charged in Pakenham

    A man has been charged after two Protective Services Officers were assaulted in Pakenham on Monday, 20 October. The Protective Services Officers (PSOs) were searching…

  • Water for a growing community in Pakenham East​

    Water for a growing community in Pakenham East​

    South East Water is delivering critical upgrades to drinking water, recycled water and sewer mains to support one of Melbourne’s newest and fastest-growing communities, Pakenham…

  • Cardinia’s sense of safety slips by 19%

    Cardinia’s sense of safety slips by 19%

    Local residents are feeling increasingly unsafe, with new data revealing a sharp rise in fear and crime across the Shire. Long-time police officer and councillor…

  • Freebie on Gippsland Line

    Freebie on Gippsland Line

    The state government has announced that public transport will be free for passengers starting their journey at any station on the Gippsland Line between Nar…

  • Miles for change

    Miles for change

    Local athlete, 17-year-old Evan Grass is preparing for a monumental challenge: running 100 miles (160 km) around the IYU Athletics Track in Pakenham to raise…

  • Warriors coaching staff set

    The Pakenham Warriors’ Big V coaching panel for the 2026 season is set. Returning in their roles from last season includes Elli Gibson for the…

  • Legendary Ablett remembered

    Legendary Ablett remembered

    It’s been a sad period for the region with the recent passing of the legendary Kevin Ablett. A daring footballer with a hard knack for…

  • Past on display

    Past on display

    Local history came alive at the Casey Cardinia Heritage event, held on Saturday, 18 October, at Nar Nar Goon Soldiers Memorial Hall. The event brought…

  • Bike run kicks off

    Bike run kicks off

    The 2025 Phillip Island Community GP Run roared into action on Saturday, 18 October, bringing motorcyclists and families together ahead of the Australian Motorcycle Grand…