Looking back through the archives
50 years to 1976
The Rotary Club of Berwick, which usually meets at Salisbury House in Upper Beaconsfield, had a new venue and new host...
Family and friends farewell Carol Porter OAM
Local legend Carol Porter OAM was farewelled last week, with a room full of family and friends paying tribute to “Mrs Officer”.
The Officer icon...
Yakkerboo set for stage debut
Yakkerboo is a common sight around town, whether it be the statue on Main Street or his annual appearance at the festival, but there...
All bushfire-affected arterial roads now re-opened
All state-managed roads affected by the January bushfires are now open.
Work to re-open a significant number of local roads managed by councils is continuing.
Crews...
No slowing down for real estate growth in Pakenham
Pakenham’s property growth continues to rise with the median house price at $700k.
According to data from property.com.au, $700k was the median price based on...
Support becomes entitlement
There is a moment many community organisations reach, often without realising it, a point when support quietly shifts into expectation, and gratitude is replaced...
Pakenham History: Yakkerboo stands the test of time
It fills Ray Canobie with pride that an event he devised as deputy shire secretary in the mid-1970s as a means to engender civic...
Men’s Shed awards wombat warrior for special collaboration
Akoonah Park Men’s Shed gave a unique honour last week to a woman who has dedicated many years to wildlife conservation, collaborating with the...
Cars shine in Lang Lang
Customs and classics were on display in Lang Lang on the weekend for another year of the popular Show ’n’ Shine meet.
Run by the...
Yakkerboo ready for 50th year
Pakenham has changed significantly over the decades, but the Yakkerboo Festival is one community institution that has remained, with the event set to celebrate...
Wedding expo excites once again
Those planning their big day gathered in Pakenham on the weekend for the annual wedding expo.
Dressmakers, hairstylists, florists, celebrants and many more services took...
Government to sell over 1000 hectares of HMAS Cerberus’ vacant land and golf course
The federal government is proposing to sell more than 1,000 hectares of naval base HMAS Cerberus, comprising the neighbouring golf course and vacant land,...
Akin’s day to remember
The Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) Turf 3 match between Narre North and St Mary’s was meant to be one of those games, a...
