News
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Push to attract cinema
By Paul DunlopCARDINIA council is leaving no stone unturned in its efforts to attract a cinema to Pakenham. That’s the message from chief executive officer…
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For Hawks fans, special run is as good as gold
THE HAWKS flew into Pakenham for a special training run last Friday. Fans flocked to Toomuc Reserve to see the brown and gold heroes in…
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English help at hand – my word
HELP for people to improve their English skills is available in Pakenham. Courses run at the community centre at Living and Learning in Cardinia over…
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Levy scrapped
RATEPAYERS will get a $50 bonus after Cardinia Shire Council voted to scrap its controversial municipal levy. In a pre-budget bombshell delivered amid hot debate…
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International award
ROB Davey from Pakenham’s Evergreen Turf has won a prestigious industry award. Mr Davey won the president’s leadership award at a recent turfgrass producers’ convention…
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Road on a roll
By Paul DunlopPAKENHAM residents can look forward to 2007 as the Year of the Bypass. The most anticipated road project in the area is on…
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Danger strip concerns
By Melissa GrantRESIDENTS along Racecourse Road North are outraged about the lack of maintenance to a strip of land between them and the highway. They…
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Weed battle demonstration
RESIDENTS in Cardinia will be shown how to take weed control into their own hands. Cardinia Shire Council has funded a pilot program for weed…
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Reserve funds child’s play
A NEW walking trail and accessible playground at Pakenham’s popular P.B. Ronald Park will encourage more residents to move towards a healthier lifestyle, according to…
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Reading target is of prime concern
A CHALLENGE set by the Premier has resulted in Pakenham Hills Primary School students rediscovering their passion for reading. Gembrook MP Tammy Lobato visited the…
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Take care on wet roads
PAKENHAM Police have urged motorists to take care on wet roads, particularly after long periods of dry weather. Sergeant Peter Garton said drivers had to…