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‘Callous’ conman jailed

A 75-year-old serial conman from Clyde has been jailed after “callously” scamming $180,000-plus from women he met on dating websites. Cedric McLeod, also known...

Christmas joy to echo across hills

Echos of Christmas joy will be felt across the hills this holiday season as community not-for-profit ECHO are gearing up for their annual Christmas...

Harkaway teacher celebrated for service

After devoting 16 years to his work as a teacher and leader at Harkaway Primary School, Chris Adams has been honoured with the Sports...

Local schools receive state funding

Berwick Secondary College and Nossal High School have each received more than $490,000 towards upgrade and repair projects as part of the State Government's...

Planning ahead as fire danger period approaches

With the fire danger period fast approaching for the Country Fire Authority’s (CFA) South East region, Cardinia residents are encouraged to maintain grass levels...

Deliver joy to locals

Connected Libraries has launched a program called Deliver Joy to support locals in need to get through Christmas. Residents are encouraged to donate non-perishable items,...

Microchip helps

The Lost Dogs’ Home is urging pet owners to make sure their furry friends’ microchips are up to date during Christmas as the summer...

Camms Road reopens

Camms Road in Cranbourne reopened on Thursday 30 November after the removal of the level crossing and the completion of a new road bridge. Crews...

Students lead the way in bushfire education

Students at Harkaway Primary School have been honoured with the National Resilient Australia Award for schools, after student-led research into bushfire education has highlighted...

Pygmy training ground

A Berwick training camp for pygmy goat handlers was recently graced by the teachings of Donna Elkins, an American judge with over 30 years...

Funding boost for Wellsprings for Women

Wellsprings for Women’s family violence service has had its funding boosted to $788,000 over the next two years. Prevention of Family Violence Minister Ros Spence...

Walking against violence

Close to 300 people took to the streets of Pakenham on Friday 24 November for the annual Walk Against Violence. Marchers of all ages and...

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Trees posing serious risk

A group of neighbours in Pakenham are urging the council to remove or trim hazardous trees and branches that have been falling onto properties...

Boy is ready to run