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Labor chose Gen Z go-getter to hold Pakenham in 2026 state election
The Labor Party will attempt to retain the seat of Pakenham with Alessandra Soliven, a Gen Z rising star in the party, still fresh out…
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Residents stranded without buses for months
Residents say they’ve been left stranded, with no public bus services operating in some parts of Pakenham for more than three months. On Cameron Way,…
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Q&A with long-time nurse Sally Joustra from Berwick Hospital
Can you tell me a moment that truly affirmed your decision to become a nurse? My mother was a nurse for many years at both…
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Casey records $140 million surplus for 2024/25
Casey Council has recorded a $140 million surplus for the 2024/25 financial year, with a $57 million shortfall against its original forecast. The shortfall was…
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Pending council response
In a latest development on the $1.5 million Greater Dandenong Employment Hub, a meeting was held between MP’s, employers and City of Greater Dandenong Council…
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Labor’s pet tax hike ruffles the fur of pet owners
Casey and Cardinia pet owners are set to pay more, with the Labor Government doubling its pet tax on all dogs and cats from $4.51…
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Labor’s pet tax hike ruffles the fur of pet owners
Casey and Cardinia pet owners are set to pay more, with the Labor Government doubling its pet tax on all dogs and cats from $4.51…
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Single mum struggles as insurer denies vet bill for sick kitten
A Casey single mother has less than 10 days to pay off her two month old kitten’s vet bill after they were told their insurance…
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Spooky season at Lakeside
Despite the grace of sunlight, the weekend was not short of spooky costumes with many families celebrating Halloween. On Sunday 2 November, Lakeside Pakenham held…
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Family violence: women lack supports
Monash University research has backed a Wellsprings For Women report into the systemic challenges for refugee and migrant women experiencing family violence. Lack of cultural…
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10 years of connection and community
Around 400 people came together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Lynbrook Community Centre on Saturday 25 October. The milestone event showcased the diversity…
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Teens plead not guilty to Lyndhurst murder charges
A trio of teenage men have pleaded not guilty to an alleged murder of a Clyde man at a Lyndhurst shopping centre this year. Nhial…












