News
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VESEP funding delivers for local brigades
Local emergency services have received vital funds to help purchase essential equipment including Beaconsfield and Kooweerup CFA. The CFA welcomed more than $22.6 million in…
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Mould in rental plagues Casey family
A Casey mother, who prefers to not be named, says she and her three children have all experienced ongoing allergic reactions to prolonged mould exposure…
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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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Sport
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Lock in for legendary Lions
Legendary figures loomed as far as the eye could see at Toomuc Reserve on Saturday as the Pakenham Cricket Club welcomed its premiership heroes for…
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Bulls charge past Cougars
Cardinia’s victory over Clyde had just about everything on day two of round six of the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA) Premier Division. The Bulls…
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Warriors ready for finals
Both Pakenham Warriors outfits are through to the Country Basketball League (CBL) finals after a busy weekend on the court in the final round of…
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Cam May treat at Garfield
GARFIELD GOLF Things were cooking early in the week at Garfield after Cam May scored 36 points to score her first-ever competition win at the…
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Magic moment for midweek
CARDINIA WATERS BOWLS Both Midweek Pennant teams secured strong victories on a day when both sides played at home; an event that will not happen…
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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…
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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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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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…