News
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Nawed creates place of belonging
Once a shy young boy unsure on his future pathway, Mohammed Nawed Sarwari has found his true self after immersing in Greater Dandenong’s community programs.…
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Asylum seeker becomes tireless volunteer
A tireless volunteer who braved his own challenges as an asylum seeker has been highly commended in the volunteer category of Greater Dandenong Australia Day…
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Pair charged over Dandenong South alleged burglary
Two men allegedly fleeing from a commercial burglary in Dandenong South late on 28 January have been arrested and charged by police. A 31-year-old Carrum…
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Man charged after Springvale woman’s body found in Geelong
A man has been charged with murder after a Springvale woman’s body was found by a Geelong beach. The 49-year-old woman was found at Eastern…
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Kids charged over alleged thieving spree
Three boys from Greater Dandenong are facing charges over an alleged stealing spree across the South East. The trio were arrested by police on Princes…
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Doveton park named after local legend
After a united community push, a huge-hearted local legend has been immortalised at a Doveton park. The previously untitled reserve at Autumn Place is now…
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Garad alarm on ‘hate speech’ reform
Greater Dandenong Council has been flooded with emails urging the council to take action against a councillor’s social media activities about the Gaza conflict. Councillor…
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Pair arrested after allegedly fleeing Dandenong South burglary
Two men allegedly fleeing from a commercial burglary in Dandenong South have been arrested by police. The pair had allegedly broken into a car-detailing business…
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Citizens embraced on Australia Day
Dozens of Casey’s newest citizens were welcomed in a citizenship ceremony at Bunjil Place on 26 January. There were 200 recipients beaming with pride and…
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Sport
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On hot days it’s important to replenish the fluids
**Winning a grand final might be the best cure for hangover as some of the MERINDA PARK boys can attest to. A large number of…
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Backhands, burns and banks
DAVE: Morning boys, an absolute scorcher on the weekend and one member of our team is sporting the war-wounds of sunburn to prove it. We…
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Bloods go big, Saints threaten Knights
Springvale South showed why it’s a run scoring powerhouse as the Bloods piled on 386 runs against Fountain Gate in round 11 of the DDCA…
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Kangaroos deliver again
Coomoora posted a big score of 268 in a one-day match last week and this round they went 10 better to make 278 off 80…
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Brilliant Bulls back together
It was a special day down at Greaves Reserve on the weekend as Dandenong West welcomed back many past premiership players and their partners to…
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Twin tons set up Lions
Centuries from Narre South pair Oshadha Ariyadasa (125) and Vineth Jayasuriya (130) have helped the Lions post a big total of 331 against the in-form…
Entertainment
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Making waves in the heatwave
Swimmers found soothe from searing 40-plus temperatures on Tuesday 29 January. Photographer STEWART CHAMBERS dipped into the Noble Park Aquatic Centre’s pools and waterslide, finding…
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What’s On
Polymer Clay Workshop This beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through the process of shaping and designing your own unique clay creations. Perfect for earrings, pendants,…
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Looking Back
100 years ago 28 January 1926 OBSERVATIONS Dandenong citizens have received strict instructions from the ineffective and irritating Water Commission not to water their gardens…
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It stops with me: a resolution for a better world
As we stand at the threshold of a New Year, the air is usually filled with resolutions about personal improvement—diets, fitness, or career goals. But…
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Celebrating a good harvest
Basking in sunshine, about 200 celebrated a Pongal harvest festival in Harmony Square, Dandenong on Sunday 18 January. Victorian Tamil Cultural Association staged the 32nd…
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What’s On
Portrait Drawing Beginner-friendly in portrait drawing, with artist Ariel De Ramos. Materials provided. Library membership is required to register. – Tuesday 20 January, 10.30am-12pm, Keysborough…
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Spruce up your outdoor living areas
As we enter summer, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck is a bit dull…
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Walking to better health
You’ve heard of physical health and mental health, but have you ever come across the term ‘social health’? Social health is the wellbeing that we…
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DPav wins Melbourne’s Best Parma
Dandenong Pavilion (DPav) is delighted and extremely proud to have won the MMM Best Parma in Melbourne. Our team of highly motivated and experienced chefs…
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Behind the walls of Victoria’s prisons – what life is really like for the people who work there
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in prison? Most people have a very particular idea – high walls, long and dark corridors and heavy…
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Just Cuts salon now open at Parkmore Shopping Centre
Great value Style Cuts for everybody have arrived in Keysborough with the grand opening of a brand-new Just Cuts Salon inside Parkmore Shopping Centre. The…
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Celebrating all things Holland
The upcoming Holland Festival, organised by the Rotary Club of Casey, will take place entirely indoors at Caribbean Gardens in Scoresby, spanning 7000sqm under the…
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Australia Day isn’t the problem – our identity is
Australia is a young country on an ancient land – and we are having an identity crisis. We argue about dates, flags, names, and labels…
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Gunmen invade Clyde North home
Police are appealing for public assistance following a frightening and violent aggravated home invasion in Clyde North last week. Two unknown men reportedly pulled up…
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Bitey arrest following collision of alleged stolen vehicle
Victoria Police arrested two people following a crash in Hallam last Thursday on 22 January just before 7am. The alleged stolen vehicle crashed into a…
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Ramadan Night Markets coming to Casey
After a successful run in Dandenong, the Ramadan night market is now coming to Casey for two special nights in February 2026. The Bright Community…
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‘Voice for mutual respect’: Interfaith’s champion Helen Heath OAM mourned
Greater Dandenong Interfaith Network leader and Living Treasure Helen Heath OAM has been remembered for bringing together our diverse community. Heath died on 24 January…
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Police urge road safety as students head back to school
With Victorian students returning to school this week for Term 1 of 2026, Victoria Police are reminding motorists to slow down and take extra care…
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Drumming, dancing and community dialogue mark Australia Day festivities
As the sun beamed and the heat began to rise in the late morning of January 26, Bunurong Senior Elder, Uncle Mark Brown commenced a…
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Heatwave grips Victoria: tips to stay cool and safe
A Total Fire ban (TFB) and extreme heat warning has been declared across Victoria as temperatures are set to soar to early to mid 40s…
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Man wanted over alleged sex assault on train
Police are searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting an 18-year-old woman on a train last week. Transit CIU detectives say the unknown man…
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‘Sisters’ enterprise gains twin acclaim
Social enterprise SisterWorks was a dual winner at City of Greater Dandenong’s Australia Day Awards 2026. The not-for-profit received the Community Group of the Year…