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Lakeside fun run to help open doors
RESIDENTS are invited to put their best foot forward by taking part in the inaugural Lakeside Fun Run in March.
The fun run is over...
Opposition wants another college
By Jim MynardVICTORIAN Opposition education spokesman Martin Dixon has called for another secondary college to be set up in the Pakenham area.
Mr Dixon said...
Skate courses on a roll
SKATERS have strutted their stuff at Pakenham skate park this week.
Skating classes have been a highlight of school holiday activities.
Beginner and intermediate/ advanced coaching...
Boost with best start funds
By Paul DunlopCHILDREN’S services in and around Pakenham will receive an $800,000 boost over four years in a bid to ensure the best possible...
Town aglow with festive spirit
- Sarah SchwagerPAKENHAM was alight with Christmas spirit on Saturday night as houses from around the area turned on their light display for neighbours.
Local...
Mayor into bat
By Melissa GrantNEWLY elected mayor Bill Ronald is bringing grassroots cricket back to Cardinia.
Cr Ronald recently unveiled plans to construct several cricket nets around...
FReeZA event tipped to run hot
LOCALS are encouraged to get down to the Pakenham Hall tomorrow night (Friday) for Cardinia Shire Council Youth Services FReeZA committee Electric Productions final...
SES warning: Kids and cars don’t mix
By Paul DunlopFORECASTS of a sweltering summer have prompted a reminder for parents never to leave children unattended in cars.
A warning of the dangers...
Take care on wet roads
PAKENHAM Police have urged motorists to take care on wet roads, particularly after long periods of dry weather.
Sergeant Peter Garton said drivers had to...
Robbers hit arcade
- Sarah SchwagerTHIEVES targeted shops in Pakenham’s Manhattan Arcade last week, with three burglaries in one night.
Between 5.15pm on 10 January and 7.50am on...
Hard yakka pays off with a record
A RECORD crowd flocked to Pakenham’s retail heartland on the weekend for the 32nd Yakkerboo Festival.
Glorious weather and a variety of activities saw about...