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Clyde Road Upgrade starts 2026 strongly
Major road and freeway closures will impact motorists travelling through Cranbourne and Berwick later this month, as crews push ahead with critical works on the…
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Communities step up to fill critical gaps
While firefighters battle catastrophic blazes across Victoria’s north, another frontline has been quietly at work — locals and community groups who have not rested since…
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Dandenong man arrested for ATM ram raids
Two men have been arrested as police continue to investigate a series of alleged ATM ram raids across Victoria over the last two months. Detectives…
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Dandenong factory fire deemed suspicious
A Dandenong factory caught up in flames is deemed suspicious by Victoria Police and Fire Rescue Victoria. Emergency services responded to multiple Triple Zero (000)…
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Local firefighters deployed to bushfires across the state, describe ‘devastating’ scenes
The battle against several bushfires across the state continues, with local firefighters beginning to return from the front, describing “devastating” scenes. More than 500 structures,…
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Firefighters warn Premier Jacinta Allan of fire truck crisis
Career/professional and volunteer firefighters are warning Premier Jacinta Allan about the critical lack of firefighting capability after fire services budgets were allegedly cut despite the…
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Authorities slammed over leak
A Pakenham resident says repeated delays over a water leak in her court have left the local road damaged and shaken her confidence in authorities.…
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OPINION: Why a Royal Commission on Antisemitism Risks Deepening Division, Not Ending It
Australia has announced a Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion following the Bondi terrorist attack. The intent is clear. Antisemitism is real. The grief…
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Big switch on arrival for Metro Tunnel timetable
The Metro Tunnel’s Big Switch timetable has been released which will integrate the new tunnel into Victoria’s train network. Minister for Public and Active Transport…
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Zauner to join Panther legends with 400 games on the board
Milestone mania is sweeping across Devon Meadows Cricket Club this week with the Panthers celebrating some significant achievements to kick off the new year. Four…
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Lions begin the big squeeze
Just like a teenager with pimples; a first blemish has appeared on the skin of Merinda Park (7/226) after a rejuvenated Pakenham (8/230) produced a…
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Bulls win in cruise control
Reigning premier Cardinia (3/162) is fully switched on and will take a power of beating for the 2025/26 CCCA Premier Division title after making it…
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Son’s Gallant performance as Pozman picks path to success
Pakenham trainers Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman could almost have set up camp in the winners’ stall at Flemington over the years; but a regulation…
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Basketball Victoria leading the way with road safety message
Blue armbands will be a familiar sight across courts in the South East after Basketball Victoria partnered with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to support…
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Double delights for Dougy
GARFIELD GOLF Plenty has happened since the last newspaper report from the Garfield Golf Club just prior to Christmas last year beginning with two golfers…
Entertainment
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VAAN awards remarkable achievers
The Victorian Afghan Associations Network successfully celebrated great female talents and role models in the Hazara and Afghan communities. Eight females were chosen to be…
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Evergreen greenkeeper tees off for 90th celebration
A sprightly Les Abrehart has celebrated his 90th birthday with 100 family and friends on Sunday 16 November. “They seem to come out of the…
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Youth climate leaders drive local environmental change in Casey
The City of Casey is looking for young and climate passionate individuals aged between 15 and 25 to participate in their 2026 Casey Youth Climate…
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Acting out against racism
Wellsprings for Women staged a unique performance, ‘Unscripted Voices Against Racism,’ by Melbourne Playback Theatre group. Almost 150 people attended the event on Thursday 20…
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Doogood Australia wins Casey’s Business of the Year award
A range of local businesses took home prizes at last week’s Casey Business Awards held at Bunjil Place. Doveton’s ‘Doogood Australia’ , established in 2007,…
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Exhibition honours Hills seniors
Long-time Emerald resident and photographer, Paul Bianco is shining a spotlight on the power, presence, and contribution of older community members in his latest exhibition…
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Parents Change of Preference Advice
Missed their ATAR? A parent’s guide to VTAC Change of Preference The end of Year 12 brings a whole array of mixed feelings for you…
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Parents Change of Preference Advice
Missed their ATAR? A parent’s guide to VTAC Change of Preference The end of Year 12 brings a whole array of mixed feelings for you…
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Sunday Sounds at Cardinia Cultural Centre
Just in time for the warm weather, an all-new program is set to hit the scene at Cardinia Cultural Centre from Sunday, December 1. With…
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Santa and his elves return
Santa Photography: Date: 6-24 December (Closed on 1, 2, 8, 9 December). Time: 10.30am-4.30pm. Santa and his elves are back at Pakenham Marketplace for photos…
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Empowering women, strengthening families, building peace
WFWP Australia: Empowering Women, Strengthening Families, Building Peace At Women’s Federation for World Peace Australia, we believe that real and lasting peace begins in the…
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Cardinia’s Shire Carols by Candlelight
The countdown to the most magical time of the year has begun, and Cardinia Shire Council is thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Cardinia…
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Images of 2025
Star Journal photographers cast their eyes over the events that united and disturbed us during 2025. Here is a celebration of the year that was.
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2025 Best Photos
Colourful cultural events, council meeting upheaval, forensics investigation… Star News photographers were there to capture all the key events of 2025. Here is a look…
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Year in review: State appointed monitors departure and former mayor charged
After a 12-month stint starting in November 2024, the two State appointed monitors that were responsible for overseeing the newly elected Casey Council finished up…
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Year in review: Crime spike and family violence in Casey
Crime around Casey took a spike in 2025, with the highest number of crimes, including family violence incidents, reported in years. According to annual data…
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Year in review 2025: Berwick Lake renaming
The renaming of Berwick Springs Lake made headlines in 2025, with the issue being taken to the Upper house and ultimately showcasing a deep divide…
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PERSON OF THE YEAR DANDENONG: Miracle mayor’s tale of survival
In an extraordinary life of service, Bill Warner OAM’s most extraordinary year might well be his 100th. The three-time Springvale mayor, former police officer and…
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NEWS-MAKERS 2025: Bazaar battle divides
INTRO: Major decisions loom over the Greater Dandenong over issues snowballing into 2026 such as the Thomas Street precinct naming debate, Dandenong Hospital maternity services…
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NEWS-MAKERS 2025: Traders’ tension as Market revamps
Dandenong Market stallholders have been increasingly vocal about rental agreements over the past year, as Greater Dandenong Council is set to unveil a new market…
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NEWS-MAKERS 2025: Outcry over hospital maternity cuts
Maternity Downgrades to Dandenong Hospital Monash Health’s potential downgrading of maternity services at Dandenong Hospital sparked outrage within the community, Greater Dandenong Council and staff…
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NEWS-MAKER 2025: Tragedy revisits Dandenong Creek
DANDENONG CREEK The Dandenong community mourned the tragic loss of a loving mother and son who drowned in Dandenong Creek as history repeated itself. The…