Pakenham Officer Star News
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Celebrate pets and support Gembrook Wildlife Shelter
For Emerald photographer Michelle, there’s nothing more rewarding than capturing the bond between people and their pets. Now, for the third year in a row,…
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Railway Hotel secures gig funding
Pakenham’s Railway Hotel will be the local spot for live music after receiving funding to promote live entertainment. The state government’s Creative Victoria released their…
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80 years strong in Toomuc
Toomuc Fire Brigade recently gathered to celebrate their 80 years of service to the community and acknowledge the dedication of some of their long-serving members.…
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Parliamentary defence as charity rallies for support
Discussions around Narre Warren-based charity, BK2Basics, have reached Victoria’s parliament, as Discussions around BK2Basics have reached parliament, as the charity rallies the support of the…
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Big Morning Tea funds raised for cancer
Oakgrove Community Centre in Narre Warren South saw the local community come together for Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea event. Held on Wednesday, 18 June,…
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Casey Council criticised for 3 per cent rates rise
As Casey Council officially increased the general rates by 3 per cent for next year, residents say they are disappointed and describe it as a…
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Police investigate road rage incident
Police are investigating a road rage incident that occurred at the intersection of Beaconsfield-Emerald Rd and Princes Highway, Beaconsfield at 12:30pm on Friday 6 June.…
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Speeder caught over the limit
Members of the Pakenham Police Station were operating a laser on Healesville-Kooweerup Road in Pakenham when they detected a Toyota Camry travelling at 118km in…
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Probus celebrates 15 years with birthday bash
Probus Pakenham Central has marked its 15th anniversary with a big birthday bash, proving that retirement is no excuse not to party. The Probus club…
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Busy month for Garfield planting project
The last 3 weeks of June have been very busy at Lovers Lane, Garfield with many schools and businesses showing that all can contribute to…
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Street lighting under scrutiny
Lighting inside bus stops and surrounding street lights are under scrutiny in Cardinia and Casey, as both affect visibility for drivers and for people waiting…
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Cardinia cuts deficit, but financial strains remain
Cardinia Shire Council has halved its underlying deficit from $7.6 million to $3.4 million in its latest budget, a move hailed by Mayor Jack Kowarzik…
