News
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CFA warns of increased fire risk despite recent rainfall
Victorians are being urged to prepare for a warmer-than-average summer and an increase in fire risk across many parts of Victoria, according to the Australian…
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Double impound in Officer
Police impounded two vehicles after Air Wing allegedly caught them drag racing in Officer on Thursday night. Air Wing was patrolling the Princes Freeway when…
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Pakenham pool won’t open this summer, council announces
Cardinia Shire Council announced that the Pakenham Outdoor Pool will not open this summer, saying weather conditions and other challenges in construction have stalled ongoing…
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Berwick local to brave golf marathon for cancer research
A Berwick local will brave a 72-hole golf marathon in Cranbourne next month to help drive cancer research. Berwick professional golfer Danika Coyne will step…
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Phillip Island gift shop fined $450,000 for underpaying workers
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured a total of $450,000 in penalties in court against the operators of a retail gift shop on Phillip Island,…
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Inviting pianists and organists
The Pakenham Senior Citizens Club warmly invites a pianist or organist to join their welcoming community. Since 1970s the club has had choirs, concert parties…
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Lost WWII relic uncovered by local Salvos
Clyde North Salvos has uncovered and returned a long-lost World War II flag that originally belonged to the 2/2nd Field Regiment, and the historic artefact…
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Childcare worker charged after assaulting a toddler
Pakenham police charged a 41-year-old woman following an alleged assault at a childcare centre in Pakenham on 17 October. A Narre Warren woman has been…
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Family market fun
Bumble Bee Baby and Children’s Markets attracted strong crowds during its bustling event at Berwick Fields Primary School on Sunday, 23 November. The market hosted…
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Sport
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Pakenham still unbeaten with routing of Southern Peninsula
The Cal McNiff show keeps on rolling as the superstar dominated against Southern Peninsula in round eight of the Country Basketball League. McNiff used his…
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Bears out of the woods
Berwick remains undefeated after five rounds in the Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) Turf 1 competition after the Bears took the six points from Dandenong…
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Hometown salute for Sabaj
Co-trainers Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr are celebrating back-to-back wins in their home cup after their four-year-old gelding Sabaj scored an emphatic victory in…
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Lions building confidence
Some much needed form in more ways than one lifted Pakenham to a commanding position against Officer on day one of round six in the…
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Hussey turns back the clock
B GRADE The great Tom Hussey has still got it! One of the great players of the last 15 years in WGCA/CCCA cricket showcased his…
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Biggest ever day at Garfield
GARFIELD GOLF Garfield’s biggest ever Saturday field of 174 players took part in the opening round of the 2025 Club Championships; played in fine and…
Entertainment
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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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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…
In Business – Sponsored
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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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Exceptional Care, Every Day – Enrolments Now Open for 2026
Every family deserves a village, a place where they are understood, supported, and surrounded by people who genuinely care. At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten,…
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Nurturing Hearts and Minds
St James Catholic Primary School is committed not only to the academic growth of students but also to their emotional and spiritual development. We plan…
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New breast cancer technology for West Gippsland community
New technology that significantly improves the surgical treatment of breast cancer has arrived at West Gippsland Hospital (WGH) in a first for the Gippsland region.…
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Teaching children about teamwork
In today’s interconnected and rapidly changing world, teamwork has become an essential skill that children need to learn from an early age. Teaching children about…
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The Magic of Christmas takes over Melbourne
Melbourne – get ready, because Santa’s sleigh is making a very special stop this year… and it’s landing right at Caulfield Racecourse. Melbourne’s Christmas Wonderland…
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Cranbourne farming land rezoning for housing open for comment
Casey Council is inviting the community to submit their feedback on a Planning Scheme Amendment to rezone two parcels of farming land near the Cranbourne…
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Santa snaps return
The festive season has arrived at the Tynong CFA, and the brigade is spreading holiday cheer with free Santa Photos and sausage sizzle at the…
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Council to meet once a month, an hour earlier
The council will meet only once a month and an hour earlier starting next year, with Cardinia Shire following a statewide trend to opt out…
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Sued over drowning
Melbourne Water and Cardinia Shire Council are being sued by the parents of a boy who drowned in Officer last year, claiming the government authorities…
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Stepping up against a global crisis
Dressed in bright orange, residents, councillors, community groups, and Victoria Police filled Lakeside Lake, waving posters and releasing balloons into the evening breeze to demand…
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Mosquito bite warning for South East
Residents in Melbourne’s South East face a greater risk of contracting mosquito-bourne disesase, according to Monash Health. Almost half of the cases of Buruli ulcer…