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Two men charged as part of Doveton non-fatal shooting investigation
Detectives from the Armed Crime Squad have charged two men as part of an ongoing investigation into a non-fatal shooting in Doveton last year. Emergency…
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Officer kiln development proposed, feedback open
A modern development of the Officer Kiln is now being considered by Cardinia Shire Council, with residents asked to provide their thoughts on the proposal…
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Subdivision pleas blocked by Government
After more than a decade of petitioning, Pakenham’s landowners say they are still being ignored, despite the Minister for Planning weighing in on their concerns.…
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Teens deliberately set Dragon Park ablaze
Police are investigating a deliberately lit fire at Dragon Park in Lakeside, causing damage to public property. Investigators have been told three boys and a…
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Lions farewell local legend
The Pakenham Football Club is mourning the loss of one of its most devoted and respected volunteers, ‘Colonel’ Tom Parker, who passed away peacefully on…
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Ex-mayor Aziz unable to appear in court due to illness
Casey three-time ex-mayor Sam Aziz, who is facing five charges laid by the state’s anti corruption body, has been unable to appear in court due…
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Opposition inquiry call rejected after peak-hour train disruption
The State Opposition has called for a formal inquiry into Tuesday 3 February rail network disruption, where peak-hour disruption left thousands of Cranbourne and East…
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Casey residents surveyed to guide community wellness
Some Casey locals might get their chance at providing critical feedback and insights and in turn, help the council shape the future of health and…
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Grieving parents bridge the gap
When Lauren and Peter welcomed their daughter Matilda into the world on November 26 2024, she was already gone. Stillborn at 24 weeks’ gestation, Matilda…
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Anti-theft gates trigger backlash
A surge in retail crime across Victoria has prompted major retailers to install anti-theft security gates, but the move is drawing growing concern from shoppers…
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Drake Place set to reopen as major works complete
Works on Stage 1 of the Pakenham Revitalisation project continue to progress, with major construction almost complete along Drake Place. From Monday 9 February, Drake…
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Call for CFA volunteers submissions Bush Fire Parliamentary Inquiry
Firefighters and their communities have welcomed the establishment of a Parliamentary Inquiry into the 2026 summer fires, passed by the Victorian Legislative Council. The inquiry…












