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Slow approach to unsightly mess

A hoarder’s property stacked to the rooftop remains an eyesore and fire-risk for more than two decades despite regular complaints from neighbours. The Noble Park...

Three in alleged stolen van arrested

Three men were arrested after an alleged evasion of police in Dandenong. Dandenong police officers say they spotted a motorbike travelling at speeds of...

214km/h driver charged

A Longwarry man has been charged and his car impounded after he was caught allegedly driving over twice the speed limit in Dandenong South. Cardinia...

Thunder maintain bragging rights in Dandenong Derby

A 2-1 victory away from home saw Dandenong Thunder shake off a controversial week for the club and maintain a stranglehold in the Dandenong...

Noble Park qualifies for grand final

Noble Park is into the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association (VSDCA) grand final following a thrilling win over Brighton on the weekend. Sahan Perera opened the...

Replenishment but no reset for Casey’s VFL program

Casey Demons VFL coach Taylor Whitford is not viewing the upcoming VFL season as a ‘reset’ year despite the loss of a wealth of...

Ruwy’s resilience sees Swans through

A heroic performance from all-rounder Ruwantha Kellapotha inspired Casey South Melbourne’s 36-run preliminary final win in Victorian Premier Cricket against Ringwood on Sunday. Kellapotha...

New concussion protocol introduced for local football

The increased scrutiny and attention on concussion and head injuries in football has seen the AFL introduce a mandatory minimum 21-day return-to-play protocol after...

Dandenong West’s premiership-winning XI

Star News DDCA Turf 2 reporter Jonty Ralphsmith spoke to the winning Dandenong West team after their grand final win over Parkfield. NATHAN POWER His season:...

Snapshots of an alien time

A Covid lockdown family project unlocked a poignant ‘Rocketgirl’ adventure for Andrew Rovenko and his 4-year-old daughter Mia. Craft was one of the family’s most...

Looking Back

100 years ago 20 March 1924 Where will we put the Market? The market question is a subject that has been under discussion for years and is...

Forge a positive outlook

May I suggest some ways to maintain a positive outlook while dealing with chaos: 1. Practice Gratitude: Take time each day to reflect on the...

What’s On

Paddle for Patterson clean-up Join Parks Victoria and partners for the inaugural Paddle for Patterson community clean up. Jump into one of our kayaks, collecting...

Art and soul volunteers recognised

The Noble Park Community Centre held its own “legacy celebration” with contributors after its recent City of Greater Dandenong Australia Day Award. After 18 years...

What’s On

Come and try basketball Dandenong Basketball Association and Greater Dandenong Council will be running free basketball sessions every Wednesday in March. Sessions are 4.30pm-5.15pm -...

Sculpting a big impact in a small space

As backyards shrink, new ideas for gardens are on the rise. Smaller areas have necessitated a rethink in how to design outdoor spaces for...

Four easy ways to save water around your garden

Whether you love your lawn or want to grow a tropical oasis in your backyard, for gardeners, being water-wise can help save money and...

Christmas classics for the festive season

The holiday season is upon us and it's the time for many traditions, including binge watching the same old Christmas films we all know...

How to select a great dentist

There are different moments in which we see ourselves in need to look for a dentist. One of the most common moments is after...

Keep your kids busy and the planet happy

With the next round of school holidays quickly approaching, many parents and guardians may be scratching their heads trying to think of activities to...

Be in it to win it at Waverley Gardens

Waverley Gardens Shopping Centre in Mulgrave is celebrating the addition of three new stores and expresses immense gratitude to the loyal customers who have...

$4.4m recycling tender deferred

Amid a flurry of unanswered questions, Greater Dandenong Council has deferred a decision on a $4.38 million recycling tender. At a 11 March meeting, councillors...

Hands-free racing

Fast cars are not unheard of on Dandenong roads, but what about driverless racing? Three days a week, Greaves Reserve is the preferred testing ground...

DWC priority in tight budget

Greater Dandenong Council faces risky capital project blowouts contributing to a "perfect storm of attacks" ahead of its 2024-'25 budget, say councillors. The Dandenong Wellbeing...

Police target Keysborough in illegal-tobacco raids

A tobacco store and a storage facility in Keysborough have been raided by police as part of an investigation into large-scale illegal tobacco importation. Police...

Medical waste facility charged over fire

A medical waste facility in Dandenong South has been charged by EPA Victoria over a fire on-site on 8 June 2022. It’s alleged Cleanaway Daniels...

AI app good for the mind

A Haileybury student has won a national technology award with an AI-inspired chatbot to improve teenage mental health. Milana Kumykova, 15, was announced as the...

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Slow approach to unsightly mess

A hoarder’s property stacked to the rooftop remains an eyesore and fire-risk for more than two decades despite regular complaints from neighbours. The Noble Park...