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Rates cap set at 2.75%

Council rates will be capped at 2.75 per cent for the coming year by the State Government, in line with the Essential Services Commission...

‘We are all here to serve,’ Crugnale disputes council frustrations

Bass MP Jordan Crugnale has questioned Cardinia Shire’s frustrations over its share of funding for Crown land, saying "we are all here to serve"...

Pakenham Station wins sustainability award

Pakenham Station has been recognised for its bold design and striking elevated rail bridge as part of the Victorian Premier’s Design Award. Built as part...

Digital Edition

Sport

Lions get three on the trot

Pakenham’s momentum is rolling into the second half of the season after the Lions picked up their third straight win in round eight of...

Laban continues to shoot goals for Vic

Narre Warren netball star Piuti Laban has been selected to represent Victoria once again in the Under-19 National Championships next year. The 18-year-old shooter, who...

Bulls spoil Yabbies party

Cardinia spoiled Pakenham Upper/Toomuc’s Christmas with a stunning 13-run upset win at Gunton Oval in round eight of the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA)...

Hawks cruise into T20 finals

Some round 3 matches from the Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) T20 competition were caught up last Tuesday, setting up some exciting match-ups in...

Bloods blow away Bucks

Springvale South handed Buckley Ridges its first loss of the Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) 2025/26 Turf 1 season with a comprehensive 120-run victory...

Undefeated Catani beaten

Western Park has provided a stern reminder of its class while Iona secured its first win of the season in the last game of...

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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...

What’s On

Pakenham Cup Southside is set for a massive summer celebration as the Ladbrokes Pakenham Cup Day returns to Pakenham Racing Club on Saturday, 13 December...

Evergreen greenkeeper tees off for 90th celebration

A sprightly Les Abrehart has celebrated his 90th birthday with 100 family and friends on Sunday 16 November. “They seem to come out of the...

In Business

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...

Feel like you’re in Spain

Get ready for a night that feels like you have stepped straight into the heart of Spain. Karavana Flamenca join forces with A Las...

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Life without social media: Young voices speak out

Australia’s ban on social media for anyone under 16 came into effect recently and the road has already proven bumpier than expected. Hundreds of...

Locals mourn Landcare legend Geoff Lockwood

Landcare lost a titan last week with the passing of Warragul’s Geoff Lockwood, with tributes flowing for his dedication to the local environment. Mr Lockwood...

Free travel for young Vics

More than one million young Victorians will benefit from free public transport from 1 January with the new youth myki now available to purchase...

Man charged with murder following alleged stabbing

Detectives from the Homicide Squad have charged a man with murder following a fatal stabbing in Clyde on Monday December 22. A 27-year-old Clyde man...

Berwick man’s Christmas windfall

A Berwick man’s Christmas tree isn’t the only thing sparkling after a call on the job revealed he’d scored a Keno win of more than...

Fatal crash in Lang Lang

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision in Lang Lang on December 22. Emergency services were called to reports a milk truck and...