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Year in Review: Australia’s social media ban begins

Australia became the first country to raise the minimum social media age to 16, a historic change strongly influenced by Pakenham father and personal...

Year in Review: New CEO takes over

Cardinia Shire Council closed a year of leadership transition with the appointment of James Collins as its new Chief Executive Officer in October, following...

Year in Review: Levy battle dominates

The levy has been one of Victoria’s most contentious policy debates this year, triggering months of political tension, grassroots protest and growing distrust between...

Year in Review: A century of optimism

Year in Review: Ross’ emotional reunion with beloved Kingswood

The best quotes that defined 2025

Year in Review: Small business in ruins

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Sport

2025 In Review – Blackwood boys back with a bang

Two of the biggest cheers at the medal dais on Saturday were reserved for a pair of Nar Nar Goon stalwarts who missed out...

2025 In Review – Cora Lynn goes five-for-five

Cora Lynn will need a new trophy cabinet after the Cobras swept up the West Gippsland netball grand finals on Saturday by winning five...

2025 In Review – Bruce goes back-to-back

Phillip Island midfielder Hayden Bruce has come from the clouds to claim back-to-back West Gippsland league best and fairest awards. Bruce joins his playing-coach Cam...

2025 In Review – Harley hits his sweet spot

The daily commute from Pakenham to the Team Hatton Gym in Dandenong is paying dividends for hard-hitting featherweight Harley Stanway. The recently-turned 17-year-old had already...

2025 In Review – 10 years of racing and going strong

When then Victorian Premier and Minister for Racing Denis Napthine presented the Pakenham Racing Club (PRC) with ‘Racecourse License 175’ on July 24, 2014,...

2025 In Review – Bullants march to District glory

A year removed from agonising heartbreak, Officer’s cravings were satisfied, marching on to bring the CCCA District flag to Rob Porter Reserve. In a competitive...

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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

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...

Parents Change of Preference Advice

Missed their ATAR? A parent’s guide to VTAC Change of Preference The end of Year 12 brings a whole array of mixed feelings for you...

Bargains at Patties Christmas sale

Bargains at Patties Christmas Carpark Sale, Saturday, 13 December. Patties Food Group has always prioritised people and its community first, from local school fundraisers to...

Christmas Spirit At Brewsters

Brewsters Foodstore and Cafe, nestled in the heart of Garfield where their warm smiles will make you feel right at home. Catch up with friends...

Little Saints Christmas Spirit

As Christmas approaches, Little Saints Drouin is filled with the kind of magic that only community and families can spark! At this time of year,...

Christmas meats sorted at Heritage Springs

Heritage Springs Meats has you covered for all your Christmas meats and poultry. Orders are being taken now. Call in and talk to the friendly...

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Parents demand urgent reforms in childcare

Child safety has dominated headlines across Victoria in 2025, as a series of alarming incidents exposed gaps in oversight, accountability, and transparency. The year began...

Year in Review: Roadworks leave traders reeling

This year has been challenging for the local economy, with ongoing major roadworks and infrastructure projects reshaping the town centre and testing traders’ resilience. Early...

Shopping centre blitz sees over 100 arrests

A 15-year-old carrying a hunting knife, two men fighting with a hammer and a couple who stole clothing worth hundreds of dollars are among...

2025 Gazette Person of the Year: Mar and Moses Riek

Crime dominated the political agenda. Fear drove policy. Tragedy drove headlines. Amid it all, two retired gang members turned youth mentors, are proving that...

Year in Review: Mother fights for vaccine access after son’s death

The Victorian community was shaken by the sudden death of 16-year-old Levi Syer, who passed away in September from meningococcal B despite emergency medical...

Year in Review: Brad’s year in leadership

Berwick MP Brad Battin had a short stint in the top job this year, and it would be his own party that would end...

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