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Remembering a legend

A rare gathering of Pakenham’s well-known faces was seen last week as they came together to remember one of their own. Last Friday, 10 October,...

100 years of Pakenham scouting

From camping and hiking to tying knots, Pakenham Scouts celebrated a century of developing local youth. On Sunday 12 October, Pakenham Scouting turned 100 and...

Owen rules out independent run in 2026 state election

Councillor Brett Owen has confirmed he will not stand again in next year’s state election, leaving a large chunk of the vote on the...

Book lifts lid on home

Chook truck rolls over on Pakenham Road

Brett Owen reaches 20 years on council

Koowee’s Mateja crowned Rodeo Queen of Australia

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Sport

Bulls charge to first win

The reigning premiers are off the ground. Cardinia tasted victory for the first time this summer as the Bulls handled business against Officer in round...

Yabbies off to perfect start

A highly-entertaining innings at Harry Blackman Oval boosted Pakenham Upper/Toomuc to a 2-0 start in the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA) A Grade competition. The...

Casey appoints new coach

Melbourne has appointed Rhett McLennan to coach Casey Demons in 2026. The Demons made the announcement on Friday, with McLennan landing the role after being...

Eagles bolstered by experience

Cranbourne was relegated from Southern Division 1 at the conclusion of this year’s football season but there is plenty of excitement ahead of next...

Brilliant Bloods, poor Pirates

The clash between Springvale South and Hallam Kalora Park was shaping up to be the game of the round ... but it wasn't as...

Highs and lows of cricket

Devon Meadows B Grade captain Corey Leslie is living proof that a week is a long time in cricket. Just a week after battling his...

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Entertainment

What’s On (8/10/25)

Thursday Lounge live entertainment Share a unique, relaxing evening of live entertainment at the Brewing Bliss Café in Pakenham. The sessions run on 16 and...

Q&A with Gembrook’s Sandie Czarka

What motivated you to pursue a career in land management and conservation? I’ve loved being in nature since I was a kid, getting my...

The Weathering storms into Fringe

In a historic move, Dandenong-based Fusion Theatre is set to launch a season of its landmark original play The Weathering as part of Melbourne...

Casey U3A senior showcase

Get your zumba shoes and pickleball racket ready as Casey’s U3A will be showcasing more than 75 different activities offered to its senior community...

24/7 library service launched in Noble Park

A Little Library service has been installed outside Noble Park railway station. The pink cube with 35 lockers allows Greater Dandenong Libraries members to collect...

Whats on

Pakenham Baby Show Lollipop’s Playland and Cafe Pakenham is hosting another baby show on Friday October 10 from 10am-2pm. Adults and children get ready to...

In Business

Lifestyle Living Awaits You

In a world of endless to-do lists, unfamiliar neighbours, and days that we rush through, the search for community feels more important than ever. For...

A Family Tradition of Food and Love 

Our story begins in a small town in southern Italy, where our grandparents made the brave journey to Australia in search of a better...

Oktoberfest fun at local over 50s Lifestyle Estate

Officer Lifestyle Estate will open its gates for an Oktoberfest Open Day on Saturday, 25 October, from 11am to 2pm, welcoming locals for a...

Discover, Explore, and Celebrate

At Minaret College, our students benefit from a well-rounded education that nurtures both academic excellence and personal growth. Our curriculum is designed to inspire...

The crucial role of mentoring

Mentoring programs in schools play a pivotal role in shaping the academic, social, and emotional development of students. Recognising the significance of positive role...

Metricon celebrates a decade at number one

Metricon celebrates a decade at number one “Metricon Homes has cemented its place in history as Australia’s number one home builder for the tenth year...

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Renewed bushland search for missing 24-year-old woman

Investigators are scouring bushland in a renewed search for a 24-year-old woman three years after her mysterious disappearance. Lucinda Miller was last seen in Neerim...

Small business drowning in crime

A local butcher has become the latest victim speaking out against Victoria’s worsening retail crime and machete madness. Steve Morris, owner of Griffin Butchers in...

Basketball dream slammed by Council

A Pakenham father has launched a petition urging Cardinia Shire Council to “Let the Kids Play” after his 14-year-old son was told to remove...

Battle against graffiti

A longtime Berwick resident, Leigh Lox has spent more than a year advocating for action against graffiti across Southeast, but the issue remains largely...

Emerald student wins ceramic award at Melbourne Show

Emerald Primary School student Jack Watson has taken out first place in the ceramics section at this year’s Royal Melbourne Show, impressing judges with...

Day celebrates unassuming rarity

Pakenham residents and conservation experts recently gathered to highlight a hidden gem of conservation right in the heart of Pakenham. The Pakenham Grasslands Reserve is...

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