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Communities step up to fill critical gaps

While firefighters battle catastrophic blazes across Victoria’s north, another frontline has been quietly at work — locals and community groups who have not rested...

Cranbourne line extension fight returns as election year looms

More than 1000 people have signed a parliamentary petition to restore and extend the Cranbourne train line to Kooweerup. The petition is sponsored by Eastern...

Local firefighters deployed to bushfires across the state, describe ‘devastating’ scenes

The battle against several bushfires across the state continues, with local firefighters beginning to return from the front, describing "devastating" scenes. More than 500 structures,...

Casey fire brigades deployed to support efforts against raging bushfires

Nossal students experience Big Build project

Dandenong man arrested for ATM ram raids

Authorities slammed over leak

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Sport

High and mighty take a fall

It was huge day in the lower grades of the CCCA on Saturday with several teams losing their undefeated status and many games going...

Pakenham Bowls Club opens up for exciting new competition

Pakenham Bowls Club is pushing open the doors of its wonderful facility on Anderson Street with the ambition of welcoming new bowlers and the...

Wonderful Wills does it again

There were some remarkable individual performances across the Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) Turf 1 competition on the weekend. Dandenong West’s Shaun Weir (119 not...

Lions begin the big squeeze

Just like a teenager with pimples; a first blemish has appeared on the skin of Merinda Park (7/226) after a rejuvenated Pakenham (8/230) produced...

Bulls trample the Pirates

An incredible knock of 119 not out from opening batter Shaun Weir guided Dandenong West to a dominant nine-wicket win over Parkmore. It was Weir’s...

Bulls win in cruise control

Reigning premier Cardinia (3/162) is fully switched on and will take a power of beating for the 2025/26 CCCA Premier Division title after making...

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Entertainment

Q&A with farmers Peter and Maureen Cogo

Can you tell me a bit about your family's history with this property? Maureen: We bought this property, about six hectares, almost 40 years ago....

VAAN awards remarkable achievers

The Victorian Afghan Associations Network successfully celebrated great female talents and role models in the Hazara and Afghan communities. Eight females were chosen to be...

What’s On

Christmas Lunch If you’re on your own or experiencing hardship and need some friendship a meal and good company this Christmas. Come along and join a...

Q&A with local resident Michael Bodey

What are some achievements you’re proud of? I’ve spent 25 years officiating for Athletics Victoria, I stay actively involved with the RSL, I’ve been ballroom...

What’s On

Garfield Christmas Festival The annual ‘Garfield Christmas Festival’ is back for another year and is bigger than ever! Garfield will again be filled with festive spirit...

Q&A with Rose Deng, Casey advocate and youth worker

What was your experience like fleeing Sudan during the war, and what are some of your most vivid memories from that time?  My parents were...

In Business

Here you go!

Summer is set to shine across Melbourne’s southeast as the Southside Summer Carnival returns from 27 December to 17 January, bringing six action-packed race...

Rockn’ Suzies dance classes have turned 22 years

Rockn’ Suzies dance classes have turned 22 years ...... And I still love teaching people how to dance. I believe that Rock and...

Volunteering is rewarding and fulfilling

Volunteering as a senior can be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. There are many opportunities available where your skills, experience, and wisdom can make a...

A Fresh Start: Planning for Your Loved Ones’ Care

Planning for aged care is rarely an easy conversation, but it can be one of the most meaningful gifts families give their loved ones....

Chery Omoda musical chairs

It’s getting quite difficult to keep track of the constantly evolving brands and sub-brands within the giant Chinese Chery group. The most recent development is...

From Cornwall with love

Cornwall is considered one of the most remote and yet beautiful counties in England. And the county’s North Coast with its dramatic cliffscapes, craggy...

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Young man stabbed in critical condition

Another stabbing in Melbourne’s southeast has left a young man fighting for his life, as knife crime continues to rise. Emergency services were called to...

Firefighters warn Premier Allan of fire truck crisis

Career/professional and volunteer firefighters are warning Premier Jacinta Allan about the critical lack of firefighting capability after fire services budgets were allegedly cut despite...

Community events shut down under extreme conditions

While the north is consumed by bushfires, communities closer to home are being forced to adapt to life under extreme fire conditions. Victoria had been...

Racing towards future

PRECEDE 1926 was a significant year in the history of Pakenham, with the resurrection of the racing club and the establishment of a bush nursing...

Photos capture land under fire and smoke

A brave survivor in northern Victoria has captured striking images of the recent bushfires, showing both the raw intensity and the resilience of the...

Casey home values outpace Greater Melbourne in strongest growth since 2021

The Casey region recorded stronger home-value growth than Greater Melbourne in 2025, according to figures by Cotality. Over the 2025 calendar year, Casey had a...

Pakenham History: Key moments in Pakenham racing

A few significant moments in the history of the Pakenham Racing Club. Calling the shots Radio and television coverage of race meetings is now taken for...

Pakenham History: Getting back on track

This is how the Gazette covered the return of racing to Pakenham a century ago. Gazette 3 December 1926 Pakenham Racing Club An Inspection of the Course At...

Heroism ends in tragedy: Firefighter loses home

A former Berwick student turned firefighter was among the heroes defending the township of Alexandra, Victoria, as flames threatened the area day and night. Despite...

Nominations for the Cardinia Shire Australia Day Awards revealed

Cardinia Shire Council has revealed the nominees of this year's Australia Day Awards, celebrating the incredible individuals and events that make our community such...

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