News
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Super councils? Ex-mayors weigh in on renewed merger question
Discussion has emerged around amalgamating local government into “super councils”, with proponents citing financial strain and economies of scale, while a former local mayor argues…
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Probus Club of Pakenham East marks 50 Years with colourful celebration
Members of the Probus Club of Pakenham East started the month on a high note, celebrating 50 years of Probus in the Pacific by wearing…
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Land release alone won’t lower house prices, expert warns
The Opposition’s plan to fast-track land release in growth areas is unlikely to significantly reduce house prices on its own, according to an RMIT housing…
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Nominate a legendary local volunteer for the 2026 Stan Henwood Award
Nominations are now open for Cardinia Shire Council’s annual volunteer award, which shines a light on locals who dedicate their time towards improving and enriching…
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Minister visits for vital and free service to address period poverty
Living Learning Pakenham recently welcomed the Minister for Health. The visit was to see the new innovative program addressing period poverty in the community. Pakenham…
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Weekend crime crackdown leads to multiple arrests
Five people across Melbourne were arrested as part of Operation Advance last weekend — including two men from Cranbourne. The two men, both aged 36…
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Local youth make a big impact on Clean Up Australia Day
Participants from Live 2 Achieve, a local disability day program dedicated to helping young people build life skills and independence, have once again rolled up…
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Three men charged after alleged crime spree in Melbourne’s south
Southern Metro Region Crime Squad detectives have charged three men following an extensive investigation into a series of incidents across Melbourne between 23 February and…
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How is school-based crime comparable across Casey, Greater Dandenong and Cardinia?
Casey has come out on top for the number of reported crimes occurring on school campuses, according to data from the Crime Statistics Agency (CSA).…
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Celebrate International Women’s Day at Cardinia Cultural Centre
The Cardinia Cultural Centre will come alive with storytelling to honour the women who shape and strengthen the community at this year’s International Women’s Day…
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$80k to tackle Casey pests
Casey Council has unanimously endorsed a plan to set aside $80,000 to develop a municipality-wide Pest Animal Management Strategy, as growing rabbit infestations and feral…
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Flood warning for Dandenong Creek, Bunyip River
A flood watch warning has been issued for Bunyip River and Dandenong Creek today (Monday 2 March) State Emergency Service (SES) has warned of possible…












