News
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Local legend Frank Scadden dies at 86
Gippsland legend Frank Scadden fondly remembered for his decades behind the wheel of a livestock truck, has passed away at the age of 86. From…
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Volunteering at Living Learning Pakenham
Living Learning Pakenham (LLP) relies on volunteers who give their time, skills, and experience to contribute to our community. Volunteering brings people together and strengthens…
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Principal hits the drums for charity
Beaconhills College will launch an inaugural Battle of the Super Bands charity event on Friday 5 September. The event will see student bands from the…
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Biosecurity projects funded
Minister for Agriculture Ros Spence has announced $15 million for 22 projects that will strengthen Victoria’s biosecurity and safeguard livestock industries as part of the…
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22 hectare renewable battery proposed for Bunyip North
A large energy storage facility is being proposed for Bunyip North by a multinational energy company with the purpose of supporting the renewable transition locally.…
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Probian returns to Gazette
Members of two local Probus clubs were given a rare glimpse into the workings of local journalism when they visited the Star News Group newsroom…
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New mental health support service
Cardinia Shire Council welcomes the Victorian’s Government’s announcement that it will establish a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Local in Cardinia Shire. Cardinia Shire is…
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Man winched to safety in Tonimbuk
A man was winched to safety via helicopter after getting stuck in mud in Tonimbuk this week. Emergency services were called to the property on…
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Fallen police officers remembered
The tragedy in Porepunkah may have unfolded hours away in Victoria but its impact is being felt deeply in Cardinia and Casey, where communities are…
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Sport
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Huge moment for Martello
**PEARCEDALE recently recognised one of the greatest local footballers to ever do it, John Martello, naming the club’s terrace after the legend who has been…
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Nightmare, Nick and Nathan
Well lads, welcome back to another week of Let’s Talk Sport, plenty of finals action and it’s all heating up with the pointy end of…
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Warriors fall short in prelim
A sour way to end an impressive season. The Pakenham Warriors Championship Women came up short against Bulleen in the preliminary final on Saturday at…
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Hulme’s high-way to the top
There will be day in 2026 when new Kooweerup coach Darren Hulme addresses his players on the same day that the club celebrates the 45-year…
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Eels shining in the spotlight
The Pakenham’s Eels home ground at Comely Banks Recreation Reserve buzzed with excitement on Saturday as the club staged the largest single-venue event on the…
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Pumas in thick of the action
Pakenham Pumas had five teams; A1, B2, C2, U15 and U13 play their first week of finals on the weekend while the two women’s sides…
Entertainment
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Inspiring the next generation of illustrators
Emerald Library had an incredible visit from an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator on Thursday 21 August to help celebrate Book Week. Nicky Johnston…
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Bodybuilding, medals and a mission: Cranbourne gym owner empowers community
An owner of a Cranbourne multicultural gym has won big at a state bodybuilding championship, while continuing to build a tight-knit fitness community. Sarab Singh…
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Girls fire up for CFA emergency drills
Female teens from across the state were put through fire simulations and drills at CFA’s training ground at Bangholme. During the action-packed day, emergency-services members…
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Casey’s top citizen leads on stroke awareness
Antonia “Toni” Arfaras has spent over three decades changing lives across the City of Casey — but this year, her efforts have been officially recognised.…
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“It would’ve killed me outright” – Freak accident survivor honoured with 2025 Casey Equity and Inclusion Award
For more than three decades, Narre Warren resident, Ren Tumath, has been quietly, but significantly, reshaping the way the City of Casey includes the queer…
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Unbridled joy reigns at Paul Wade Cup
More than 160 young soccer players vied for the fifth annual Paul Wade Cup at St John’s Regional College, Dandenong on Monday 5 May. St…
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Separation Made Simple: What Happens to Property and Kids When Couples Split
Separation is never easy. It is one of the most stressful times in life, and many people in our Pakenham and surrounding community feel lost…
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The crucial role of mentoring
Mentoring programs in schools play a pivotal role in shaping the academic, social, and emotional development of students. Recognising the significance of positive role models…
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The crucial role of mentoring
Mentoring programs in schools play a pivotal role in shaping the academic, social, and emotional development of students. Recognising the significance of positive role models…
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Integrating arts into the curriculum
In the quest to provide a holistic education that prepares students for the challenges of the future, there is a growing recognition of the importance…
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Official Launch of ECG Secondary College Toomah Campus Celebrated
Community College Gippsland (CCG) has officially launched a new senior campus for its independent school, ECG Secondary College, at the Toomah Community Centre in Pakenham.…
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Why over 50’s are rethinking downsizing
Why over 50’s are rethinking downsizing Thousands of Victorians who over 50 are rejecting the ordinary, cookie-cutter approach to downsizing their home. Whether you have…
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Prized possession goes up in flames
A prized possession of restored trucks and hot rods has gone up in flames after a fire at a Pakenham factory. Firefighters responded to a…
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WTE incinerators under the blowtorch
A State Parliament inquiry has been launched into waste-to-energy incinerators, with the support of Government MPs. Meanwhile during a debate on the issue, Upper House…
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Patients demand answers
A Kooweerup woman says she was left stranded in the freezing cold for hours after being forcibly removed from Casey Hospital’s emergency department, despite being…
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Nightmares in motion
Victoria Police say stolen cars are no longer just about theft — they’re increasingly a public safety crisis. “Stolen vehicles pose a significant risk to…
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Hearing calls
Former Casey mayors grilled in the Operation Sandon investigation have called for IBAC to cease holding examinations in public “under any circumstances”. A joint submission…
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Local support begins
Residents now have a new space for support and information with the launch of the Cardinia Prostate Cancer Support Group. The initiative is a partnership…