Child-abuse ’portfolio’
A 27-year-old man from Officer has been jailed after being found with a vast stash of “abhorrent sexual abuse” images of pre-pubescent children and...
Eyesore sparks action
For many years, local communities have voiced concerns about the state of the “ugly temporary fence” along the waterway near the Princes Freeway sound...
Local measles outbreak
A new locally acquired measles case has been reported in Victoria, who has been infectious at multiple locations, including Pakenham and Berwick.
The Department of...
PAVED Festival kicks off with FunFest
Emerald's PAVED Festival kicked off with the annual FunFest this past weekend with great success, attracting a large crowd of locals and visitors.
Held at...
20 years still waiting for bypass
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It may be a small coastal town that many pass on their way to Phillip Island, but Lang Lang isn’t as laid back as...
Greyhound racing to return
Greyhound racing will come back to Cranbourne in late 2026 as an injection of $4 million from the State Government has locked in a...
New quiz launched to combat rising vehicle theft in Victoria
Neighbourhood Watch, in partnership with RACV, has launched an online quiz designed to help Victorians protect their cars and belongings from theft, in response...
Nuclear divide amid cost-of-living concerns
As a recent Star News reader survey reveals strong support for the Coalition’s nuclear energy policy, experts say it highlights the “significant impact” that...
Revitalized space unveiled
The Bowling Green area at Pakenham Evergreen Retirement Village, which had become old and underused, has been completely revamped with new landscaping and garden....
Support for retired men
Are you looking for a supportive and friendly group to connect with? The Pakenham OM:NI Day Group is currently welcoming new members!
The group...
Thief has change of heart
A life-saving defibrillator allegedly stolen from Nar Nar Goon Fire Brigade on 30 March, sparked widespread outrage and concern in the community.
The brigade...
Taskforce push to halt family violence ‘epidemic’
A call for a family violence taskforce including victim-survivors by South Eastern Metropolitan MP Rachel Payne has been resisted by service providers.
Critical bodies such...
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Clyde to welcome new shopping centre
A new shopping centre in Clyde is well underway, as the %18.5 million hub now has 70 per cent of its amenities leased.
The...
