News
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Be part of 30 years of Victoria State School Spectacular
South eastern schools, students and young people have another chance to shine on the national stage, showcasing the incredible local talent that exists in the…
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Gippsland Jersey moves to Pakenham
Gippsland Jersey has moved to Pakenham marking a significant expansion in the family-owned business which will bring the ‘best is Aus’ diary right next door.…
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Snakes strike this summer
With 10 years experience, local resident, snake catcher and wildlife rescue, Neil Haesler has seen a drastic spike in calls this summer, with a 24…
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Volunteers needed to end violence
The White Ribbon Art Gallery is calling for new members to join its volunteer committee and support its mission to reduce family violence through art.…
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Battin grants Heath spot in shadow cabinet
New opposition leader and Berwick MP Brad Battin has unveiled his shadow ministry with some of his fellow South East colleagues bumped up for the…
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Youths busted in crime spree
Scores of people – mainly youths – have been arrested by police for armed robberies, aggravated burglaries and car thefts in Melbourne’s South East and…
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Local councils, groups receive AusNet funding
Thirteen councils and community groups will receive close to $2.4 million, as recipients of AusNet’s Energy Resilience Community Fund Major Grants. Casey City Council and…
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Deceased body found in Dandenong
Police are investigating after a man’s body was located at a property in Dandenong. Emergency services were initially called to the McCrae street address shortly…
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Thriving local art scene
Residents are encouraged to mark their calendars for 25 January as Scrappy Chicks Crop workshop kicks off an exciting new year of creativity and connection.…
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Refugee ‘desperate’ to build a better life
Just a piece of paper separates Thanu Mylvaganam from his dreams of marriage, children and buying a home in Australia. The motivated 31-year-old Tamil asylum…
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A safe space lost
My Puzzle House, a specialized play centre for children with disabilities, closed its doors on 5 January 2025, after a five-year run. The sudden closure…
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Medical pioneer’s heartfelt plea
In 1959, a little boy named Leigh became one of the first Australians to receive open-heart surgery. Over six decades later, the Pakenham resident is…