Entertainment
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Cabaret tribute to Dad’s odyssey
Drum Theatre is set to ‘re-open’ with an online-streamed production and virtual Q&A session. The critically acclaimed cabaret A Migrant’s Son will be streamed into…
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Hub’s slow reveal
Anticipation is building for Springvale Community Hub’s doors to finally open. The hub was officially opened by mayor of the time Jim Memeti on 20…
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Spooky thrills chilled
Thanks to Covid, there’s plenty of masks but not so many trick-or-treats in store for this year’s Halloween. Dandenong Market decked out in spine-chilling decorations…
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Cases on the downhill run
Noble Park Skate Park rolled back to life as Covid-19 restrictions eased to the ‘Second Step’. Sporty types returned to skate parks, tennis courts, outdoor…
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Spread the word
Bradley John is making room for a year’s supply of peanut butter after taking out the Dandenong Market’s inaugural National Peanut Day competition. The much-loved…
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Colour, noise and friends return
St Anthony’s Primary School students were given a colourful welcome back to classrooms on Monday 12 October. Staff, including principal Patrika Rowley, dressed up brightly…
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U3A lessons go digital
Despite Covid disruptions, Dandenong U3A has survived by adaption to technology. At its annual general meeting – held online on Zoom – outgoing president Vivienne…
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Back to school ‘normal’
After a two-month hiatus, Dandenong Primary School students and staff were reunited face to face on Monday 12 October. Photographer GARY SISSONS captured the joy…
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Wide vistas on small boards
Viewing the 9 By 5 art exhibition is like “Instagram in real life”, says artist Helen Timbury. “It was the most vibrant exhibition with many…
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Farmlands fresh in Spring
The rustic pastoral scenes in Lyndhurst seem a long way from Greater Dandenong’s suburban streets. And a long way from the edge of most residents’…
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Dead centre
Dandenong’s centre has been surreally quiet as Covid-19 pandemic rules have tightened. Star Journal photographer GARY SISSONS captured the desolate scenes at Little India precinct…
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Dandy’s ‘heart’ turns 154
Dandenong Market’s 154th birthday will be a low-key celebration, in keeping with Covid-19 restrictions. In the heart of Dandenong since 1866, the birthday date rolls…
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