Pakenham Officer Star News
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Main Street revamp revived
The revamp of Main Street is back on with the council looking for a contract to begin construction in the coming months. Last Friday, the…
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Vervale hemp business wins VCAT approval
The permit for the manufacture of hemp bricks in Vervale is now cleared of dispute after VCAT ruled against neighbouring concerns for the growth and…
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Kids Helpline data reveals concerning trend linked to bullying
Concerning data released by yourtown, the operator of Kids Helpline, has highlighted an increase in young Australians who express that they are victims of bullying…
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Red means
Beaconsfield residents are raising urgent concerns about drivers regularly running red lights at major intersections, putting pedestrians at serious risk. A widely shared concern among…
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Step towards levy repeal
Cardinia Shire Council has taken a step forward by unanimously passing a motion urging Victorian Treasurer Jaclyn Symes to repeal the Emergency Services and Volunteers…
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Worth a second chance?
With youth crime rising and calls for tougher policies growing louder, are we turning our backs on second chances and hope for redemption? Pakenham resident…
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Farm safety: from the paddock gate to the kitchen table
Many farms are homes as well as workplaces, and we all have a part to play in improving farm safety, health and wellbeing. Agriculture Victoria…
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Overnight thieves hit Emerald
Business owners are in shock in Emerald this morning after three stores were hit by a series of break-ins along Kilvington Drive. Hush Beauty and…
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Police investigate Drouin collision
Police are investigating after a serious crash in Drouin on Friday night. Emergency services were called to reports that a silver Holden Barina had rolled…
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Triple theft alarm
Businesses in Garfield and Tynong are under threat as a recent wave of break-ins has left local owners shaken and the community on edge. Cardinia…
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Carols future up in air
Pakenham’s beloved Christmas Carols have been given a lifeline, but the future of the event remains uncertain after Cardinia Shire Council voted to run it…
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Young Catani making strides
Powered by youth and energised by improvement. That’s been the tale for Catani this season, which is starting to see reward for gains under first-year…
