Pakenham loses ‘Lefty’
Pakenham legend Kelvin “Lefty” Rees, best known as Main Street’s loyal sweeper, has passed away.
Mr Rees died on Monday 10 November. He leaves fond...
‘Housemate from hell’s’ three-month tirade exposed
It started with an evicted housemate in Clyde North hurling eggs at a garage door, but ended with fire being set to a home...
Christmas lights up
Locals sent in images of their impressive Christmas lights.
Time to explore Christmas lights in Pakenham
Step aside Vaughan Court, Heritage Springs’ residents are stepping up their game!
With Christmas lights in full swing, locals are being urged to explore the...
Pakenham Carols delights once more
Despite patchy weather, the Pakenham Christmas Carols was another success, maintaining its firm position as a staple of the local festive season.
An effort made...
Police presence set to be bolstered at Fountain Gate Shopping Centre
Over the next three months, Victoria Police will bolster patrols and Protective Services Officers at four metropolitan shopping centres, including Westfield Fountain Gate.
It comes...
Ensuring Christmas is spent together
Christmas is a joyous time, but it cannot be forgotten that it can also be a tough time for others, and each year community...
Levi Syer’s plea hits parliament
More than 37,000 signatures demanding the Meningococcal B vaccine be made free were delivered to Victoria Parliament on Wednesday morning by the mother, schoolmates,...
Cuddly critters arrive for Christmas
Cuddly critters have arrived just in time for Christmas, thanks to the efforts of Pakenham Purls member Michele Ashworth.
On Thursday 4 December, Michele donated...
Eels ahoy in Dandenong
Eels were in focus for an Eastern Suburbs Friends of group in late October, as they hosted researchers from the Artuh Riley Institute in...
Young women recognised as role models
The Victorian Afghan Associations Network is hosting an Awards Night in recognition of young girls’ achievements in the community.
The event on Monday 8 December...
Young leaders gather
Students from all over Cardinia gathered on Tuesday to celebrate and nurture young leadership.
Student captains from Edenbrook, Officer, Pakenham and Kooweerup Secondary Colleges gathered...
Garfield’s Christmas Fest is back
The annual ‘Garfield Christmas Festival’ is back for another year and is bigger than ever!
Garfield will again be filled with festive spirit as the...
