News
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Fountain Gate machete attack investigated
Casey Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding two incidents at a shopping centre in Narre Warren on 15 October. Police were called…
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Water-bill initiative eases flow of information
A new Dari language video has been launched by South East Water in partnership with community organisations to tackle language barriers amongst new arrivals. Together…
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Battery Energy Project team volunteers at Bunyip River and connects with locals
In September, seven members of the team from energy company RES came together for a hands-on volunteering day at Bunyip River, near the proposed Bunyip…
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Lakeside students join thousands in push to end violence
The importance of managing anger and avoiding violence was front and centre when 110 students from Pakenham’s Lakeside College learnt about the story of Pat…
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Q&A with Tiffany Maestrale local cheerleader and sheep judge
What advice would you give to other young people who didn’t grow up in farming families but are curious about agriculture? My advice would be…
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More retail on way for Pakenham
More retailers are heading for Pakenham with a new development at 8 Portobello Road set to feature Repco, Pillow Talk and Fernwood Fitness. The centre,…
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Hills operation nabs drivers under the influence
Road policing officers took to the streets of Emerald, Cockatoo and Gembrook over the weekend as part of Operation Medusa. Police breath tested 1526 drivers…
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Pakenham runner relays hope
Pakenham’s long-time runner Michael Soutter is lacing up once again for the Relay for Life at Casey Fields later this month, with a deeper purpose…
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First Olympian’s Berwick home hits the market
A piece of history is now up for sale, with the Berwick estate of Australia’s first Olympian, Edwin Flack, hitting the market at over $2…
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Expect heavy traffic as MotoGP returns
Another huge crowd is expected on Phillip Island this weekend for the 2025 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix. Delays are likely heading to and from the…
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Vulin breaks new ground in Parliamentary inclusivity
A political first in accessibility, Pakenham MP Emma Vulin used a communication device to speak formally within parliamentary chambers. As MPs returned to Spring Street…
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100 years of Pakenham scouting
From camping and hiking to tying knots, Pakenham Scouts celebrated a century of developing local youth. On Sunday 12 October, Pakenham Scouting turned 100 and…












