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Carjacking mob attack tourists
A Pakenham woman who was part of a mob that inflicted a violent, "sickening” carjacking on two young tourists in Narre Warren South has...
Funding shortfall concern
Casey Council has revealed inadequate funding for library services and social support programs by the State and Federal Governments.
The council made a submission to...
Standing up for her community
Cockatoo stalwart Dot Griffin was this year’s Stan Henwood Award recipient. Gazette journalist MATTHEW SIMS spoke to the long-time community supporter about her hopes...
South East members raise ‘unfair’ medicinal cannabis driving laws
Tradies and parents prescribed medicinal cannabis have joined with South East MP Rachel Payne to launch a new campaign for fair driving laws.
They have...
Watching the grass grow
In late June, Western Port Catchment Landcare Network (WPCLN) held a discussion group session at the Green’s farm to showcase the results of their...
Driver trapped in single-vehicle collision
A driver was trapped after his vehicle crashed onto its side in Pakenham this morning (12 July).
At about 7.40am, emergency services were called to...
’Death Road’ soon to be complete
The Healesville-Kooweerup Road upgrade is only mere weeks away from completion, a triumphant moment for community campaigners who rallied to address what was once...
Wildlife fun on display
All things furry and scaly were on show at the Pakenham library last Wednesday 3 July, as part of the Animal Fun with Aussie...
Storm interim review welcomed
The State Government’s interim report into the operational response following the 13 February storm events has shone a light on a number of concerns...
Victorians urged to get mpox vaccine as local cases rise
Eligible Victorians are being urged to get vaccinated against mpox amid an increased risk of local transmission across the state.
Current records show 61...
Rotary Support for Community
The Rotary Club of Pakenham put most of its efforts into supporting the community in and around Pakenham and this year donations have been...
Rotary helps feed hungry passengers
People have been flocking from far and wide to view the spectacle which is Puffing Billy’s Train of Lights and thanks to the Rotary...
ALP euphoria in landslide election win
Federal Labor has resoundingly held its South East seats with massive swings in Bruce, Holt, Hotham and Isaacs as it stormed to re-election with...
