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Big win for firefighters

Despite ongoing funding tensions between the CFA and the State Government, the Bayles community has rallied behind its volunteer firefighters, successfully reaching the fundraising...

Subdivision pleas blocked by Government

After more than a decade of petitioning, Pakenham’s landowners say they are still being ignored, despite the Minister for Planning weighing in on their...

Young players stars chase American dream

A group of local young basketball players is set to take their skills international, with a life-changing educational trip to the United States planned...

Series of car thefts at Fountain Gate Shopping Centre sparks concern

Three accused of $24m drug smuggling attempt

Grieving parents bridge the gap

Ex-mayor Aziz unable to appear in court due to illness

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Sport

CCCA up for test against the best

Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA) will be looking to improve on its semi-final performance from last year when a strong squad of 16 players...

Bombers ready for reload

Emerald Football Club senior playing coach David Johnson was getting ready to pack his bags late last year after receiving a message about a...

Clutch Khan leads Hallam Kalora Park with destructive knock

Hallam Kalora Park star Jawid Khan blasted 95 off just 51 deliveries in the Dandenong District Cricket (DDCA) T20 grand final to lead the...

Knights in shining armour make it 9

The top half of the table defeated the bottom half in the Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) Turf 3 competition on the weekend, all...

Finals race heats up with Cougars on the brink of big upset

Clyde is looking to be a wrecking ball through the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA) A Grade finals picture after the Cougars battled their...

Bombers battle with Bailey

B GRADE The top-four clash between Nar Nar Goon (150) and Emerald (2/23) looks evenly poised after the Goon fought back late on day...

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Entertainment

Celebrating a good harvest

Basking in sunshine, about 200 celebrated a Pongal harvest festival in Harmony Square, Dandenong on Sunday 18 January. Victorian Tamil Cultural Association staged the...

Bunjil Place set to hosts vibrant Open Space festival this summer

Open Space will be taking over Bunjil Place this summer, with a packed lineup and events to keep you busy during the summer holidays....

What’s On

The Lang Lang Show 'n' Shine The Lang Lang Show 'n' Shine plus Swap Meet is back this February. Run by the Rotary Club of Kooweerup/Lang...

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...

In Business

Right at Home Melbourne Berwick – Making You Feel Right at Home

Right at Home Melbourne Berwick a family-owned business, has opened its doors in Narre Warren and is proud to provide local, high-quality, person-centred care...

Morning Melodies at Tooradin

Held every third Wednesday in Tooradin, Morning Melodies offers a fantastic line-up of shows, bringing enjoyment and entertainment to our Over 50s and Seniors...

Shopping local your best choice this Valentines Day

THE friendliness and familiarity of your local centre is a great place to shop. The food options are varied and delicious at Cardinia Lakes...

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...

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...

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Lions farewell local legend

The Pakenham Football Club is mourning the loss of one of its most devoted and respected volunteers, ‘Colonel’ Tom Parker, who passed away peacefully...

Share your stories of Yakkerboo as festival turns 50

The Yakkerboo Festival holds a lot of memories for many locals, but there is likely no one who can reminisce more than Graeme Moore...

Tributes flow for adopted son lost in ‘broken’ system

While many celebrated Christmas and the New Year, a Pakenham family was burying their son and learning to live without him. Jacob Van Lieshout, 34,...

Health Alert: Measles exposure sites in Victoria

The Victorian Department of Health has issued a warning following recent measles cases linked to public exposure sites. Measles, a highly contagious viral infection,...

Pakenham and Cranbourne lines now exclusively through Metro Tunnel as network hits ‘Big Switch’ timetable

The Pakenham and Cranbourne lines have now completely switched from the old City Loop to the Metro Tunnel, with trains running every few minutes...

Officer kiln development proposed, feedback open

A modern development of the Officer Kiln is now being considered by Cardinia Shire Council, with residents asked to provide their thoughts on the...

NextGen levels up

A fresh year brings fresh opportunities for local youth. Farm owners Amanda and Chris are opening a new Pakenham hub to support young people,...

Community raises thousands for Narre Warren fire brigade CFA

Despite being a scorcher of a day on Saturday, many from the community came together to raise more than $4000 for Narre Warren Fire...

Vigil honors fatally shot teen

The Sudanese community came together over the weekend in a heart-wrenching candlelight vigil to mourn the tragic death of 16-year-old Ater Good, who was...

11 kids rescued from locked cars on scorching Saturday: Ambulance Victoria

Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics responded to 11 cases of children locked in cars during a scorching Saturday across Victoria. After a day in which...

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