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Local man gives blood for the 200th time
Pakenham local Barrie Young made his 200th blood donation on Tuesday 18 October at the Pakenham Library Community Hall. Mr Young has donated blood four…
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Council refuses to grant planning permit for childcare centre
A proposal for a childcare centre in Pakenham has been knocked back by the Cardinia Shire council. The decision to grant a planning permit for…
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Artists in Cardinia Shire can now apply for Small Change grants
Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging artists and arts groups to apply for the Cardinia Arts Small Change Grants program for 2022. The Cardinia Arts Small…
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Annual walk taking big steps for premature babies
This year’s annual Walk for Prems will be held on Sunday 23 October to raise awareness and support for babies born prematurely. Every year, 48,000…
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Diamonds are forever
Cedric and Jean Smith’s love has spanned many years and travelled the world with them. The English couple, who have lived in Pakenham for 15…
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Intersection upgrades complete
Construction teams have removed roundabouts at two major intersections on the Western Port Highway. Traffic lights have replaced the roundabouts at the Ballarto Road and…
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Age no barrier for connections
A Pakenham school and nearby retirement village have teamed up to generate intergenerational connections, inspired by a hit ABC reality show. Beginning next week, Pakenham…
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Young voters urged to check their enrolment details
The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has issued a reminder for Victorians to ensure their voting enrolment details are correct ahead of the State election on…
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Growers advised not to ignore hay
Australian growers are being advised not to ignore making hay during the 2022-23 season as demand continues to be strong. A new booklet released by…
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Plea to stop Hazara ‘genocide’
More than 5000 people filled Harmony Square in Dandenong as a stand of support for victims of the recent deadly bombing of Kaaj Academic Learning…
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Vegie industry growing
The Australian vegetable industry has grown significantly by taking advantage of changes in consumer incomes and tastes. ABARES executive director, Dr Jared Greenville said the…
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Liberals make shopping centre, gardens pledge
An elected Liberal State Government will provide a grant of $200,000 to revitalise the Hampton Park Shopping Centre. This commitment is part of the Victorian…
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