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Reserve transformation ahead
Cardinia Shire Council unanimously approved the final Upper Beaconsfield Reserve Master Plan at its September 15 meeting, setting the stage for a 10-year program of…
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Pakenham podcast launches
Tipped to provide a new outlet for all things local for residents, the Something Big Pakenham Podcast has launched this week, catapulting local issues to…
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Head-on fatal crash in Lysterfield
A driver has been killed in a head-on collision in Lysterfield. Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the two-vehicle crash on Lysterfield Road, north…
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Once lost, but now found
When Pastor Lee Wong stands before his congregation at Fire Church in Beaconsfield, he speaks with the conviction of someone who has lived both darkness…
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Race through the hills huffs and puffs
There was a lot of huffs and puffs on feet and rail this weekend with the return of the Puffing Billy Running Festival. Thousands of…
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Seniors Festival fun in Cardinia Shire
Throughout October, over 30 local events will take place in Cardinia Shire to celebrate the Victorian Seniors Festival. These events are made possible by the…
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Green thumbs gather for a day in the sun
Another successful planting day in Garfield, with many locals gathering to contribute to a critical conservation project. On Sunday, Cannibal Creek Landcare hosted a community…
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Responders tackling grassfire at Cardinia Reservoir
Firefighters are currently responding to a grassfire at Beaconsfield-Emerald Road, Emerald, that is not yet under control. According to authorities, this grassfire is travelling from…
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Final bell for first Beaconhills buildings
It seems like just another musty old structure earmarked for demolition, but for those who gathered to farewell Beaconhills College’s original Pakenham Campus classrooms at…
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Sport
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Lions premiers in thriller
Pakenham Lions Netball Club has finally climbed back to the mountain top after the club pinned up a senior flag on the wall at Toomuc…
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Pakenham take out premiership
Pakenham last weekend took out the reserves State League 5 competition. A last round 5-4 win over Aspendale confirmed Pakenham would take out the league,…
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Great escape for the Goon
Nar Nar Goon will play Korumburra-Bena in this week’s 2025 WGFNC A Grade grand final at Garfield after an extraordinary finish to its preliminary final…
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Panthers’ premiership pinnacle
Five weeks out from the MPFNL Division 2 finals, it looked like Devon Meadows wouldn’t even make the top five and the hope of holding…
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Lewis heading for the Hills
**There were mixed emotions in the NAR NAR GOON coaching box at the end of the first quarter on Saturday when TOORADIN-DALMORE star Lewis Hill…
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Devon, Dandy and dominance
JUSTIN: Alright boys, what a weekend we’ve had. Collingwood’s had a resurgence, our first taste of footy grand finals with Hallam winning a flag so…
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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Over 50s community invites locals to tour its last remaining homes
Over-50s looking to downsize in Melbourne’s south-east have one last chance to secure a home at Officer Lifestyle Estate, with the community inviting guests to…
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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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Dads step out for Man with a Pram
Families gathered in Clyde North on Father’s Day to take part in Man with a Pram on Sunday 7 September. The event, held at Banjo…
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Devon Meadows students shine bright for R U OK? Day
Devon Meadows Primary School came together this week to mark R U OK? Day, with staff, students, and community members uniting to promote the importance…
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Applications for council capital grants to open
Stage 1 Project Proposal applications for the 2026/2027 Community Capital Works Grants (CCWG) program will open on Tuesday, 30 September 2025. The CCWG program is…
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Hundreds of dog incidents
The City of Casey is sharpening its focus on preventing dog attacks, after new figures revealed the municipality continues to record hundreds of incidents each…
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Spring firewood collection season opens
Victorians will be able to collect firewood for domestic use when collection areas reopen for spring on Monday September 1. Firewood collection is only allowed…
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Spectacular students
Hitting the big stage isn’t an issue for two Berwick high schoolers, as they gear themselves up in preparation for the Victorian State Schools Spectacular…