News
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Division into dialogue
When rising tensions forced Danyal Diallo to delay his youth outreach event, he saw it not as a defeat but as a reminder of why…
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60 years, still strong
Gary and Diane King (nee Stephens) are celebrating an incredible milestone this year, marking 60 years of marriage. The long-time residents and community stalwarts of…
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Next stop: crime
Cardinia Road Station is emerging as a hotspot for youth crime and antisocial behaviour, with residents reporting intimidation, gang activity and violent assaults involving machetes.…
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Locals react as machetes are officially banned
Machetes, long feared as a deadly weapon in the south east, are now banned in Victoria with tough penalties kicking in this month. Anyone caught…
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Fallen police officers honoured, $1M reward offered to catch Dezi Freeman
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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Drownings spike in multicultural and older Australians
Drownings across Australia have increased by a fourth compared to the last decade’s average, putting into relief the most vulnerable of the community, as multicultural…
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‘Undeterred’ as Premier fronts multicultural bills event after Sewell stunt
The Bring Your Bills event in Hampton Park had a surprise visit from the Victorian Premier, Jacinta Allan, following an early morning interruption by neo-nazi…
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Emerald’s Jessica Brown named Australia’s Pharmacy Assistant of the Year
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia has named Jessica Brown from Emerald Village Pharmacy in Melbourne, Victoria, as its 2025 Pharmacy Assistant of the Year (PATY).…
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Truckie fined for menacing ‘bullet’ tweet to PM
A truckie who tweeted to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese that “you need a bullet, I can do it in person” has been convicted and fined.…
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Sport
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Lions face Burras with grand final spot up for grabs
A spot in the grand final is up for grabs. Pakenham will go head-to-head with minor premiers Warburton Millgrove in Saturday’s Outer East Division 1…
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‘Breathing fire:’ Bunyip through to big dance
Bunyip is through to the Ellinbank League under-16 grand final after a thrilling 5.2(32) to 4.6(30) victory over Trafalgar in the qualifying final at Catani…
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Too easy for seven-goal Yze
Casey Demons youngster Noah Yze announced himself to the VFL on Saturday, kicking seven goals to lead his side to a 20.12(132) to 8.8(56) elimination…
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Young Puma cubs pounce
Pakenham Baseball Club added silverware to the town vault on Saturday after the Pumas scored a memorable victory over Cheltenham Rustlers Blue in the Dandenong…
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Blues too strong for Lions
Pakenham’s poor start has cost it with table-topping Seville putting the Lions away in the Outer East Division 1 A Grade netball second semi-final. The…
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Cardinia fall short in elimination thrillers
Cardinia Storm’s seniors are out of the finals now after two narrow losses ended their grand final dreams. The Men’s Metro 1 South side went…
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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Six alleged home invaders arrested after police pursuit
Six men and youths from the South East have been arrested after an aggravated home invasion and police pursuit across several suburbs. A man and…
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Station on edge
Concerned Beaconsfield residents are calling for immediate action to fix their deteriorating train station, warning that its crumbling condition poses a serious safety risk. A…
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Community cut off
Beaconsfield residents are raising alarms about ongoing flooding issues linked to the recent Level Crossing Removal project. Local resident Jacqueline expressed frustration, saying the area…
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Zoning deadlock frustrates
For over a decade, landowners between Peck Road and Brown Road in Pakenham have been trapped in a cycle of frustration over zoning and planning…
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Legacy for Olivia
Funding for at-home meal support programs for people suffering from eating disorders has been recommended by the State Coroner in response to the tragic suicide…
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Operation Sandon charges laid
Two people, including a former Casey councillor, have been charged from matters arising from the Operation Sandon corruption inquiry. The Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC)…