Entertainment
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Portrait of strength
From the darkness of war, Dandenong artist Humaira Fayazi finds ways to shine light on the heroics of women. The former refugee’s poignant works have…
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Hub’s opening looms – with restrictions
The keen wait for the Springvale Community Hub is nearly over. As photographer Gary Sissons illustrates, the $50-million-plus facility is taking spectacular shape before its…
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Writers fest goes virtual
Greater Dandenong’s Emerging Writers Festival has moved entirely online for 2020 due to Covid-19 restrictions. It follows the council’s announcement to also virtually host its…
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Driving in the movie lovers
After 10 weeks of closed gates, Dandenong’s Lunar Drive-In became a lone beacon for film buffs. On 1 June, the spacious four-screen complex was the…
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Diners back on the blocks
VIP Kitchen’s chef Hai Yan, pictured, was back on the chopping board as Springvale restaurants re-opened for limited table dining from 1 June. Eateries had…
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Virtual cocktails for real comedy
A unique fundraiser for a vital Dandenong service will raise a toast to the nation’s acclaimed comedians in lounge rooms across Australia. Wellsprings for Women…
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Fairy tale starts for Keysy filmmaker
With a larrikin style, Keysborough filmmaker Matt Bolin is making waves overseas with his adult-funny take on The Three Little Pigs fairy tale. His short…
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Market stalls, auction re-open
Non-food stalls at Dandenong Market are re-opening on Tuesday 2 June as part of the easing of Covid-19 restrictions. The small businesses in The Bazaar,…
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Flocks return to sanctuaries
During the height of Covid-19 restrictions, walkers were stampeding park trails while traffic on roads fell silent. The changes weren’t unnoticed by wildlife. Birds became…
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Stores re-open, caution remains
Stores are re-opening as Covid-19 hygiene rules are being set down at Armada Dandenong Plaza. The shopping centre has installed free hand-sanitiser stations and increased…
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Tighter crowd controls at Market
Dandenong Market has introduced a ‘five-in, five-out’ system to enforce social distancing. The market responded to reportedly dense queues of people at peak times and…
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Art show canned for 2020
In an ever-shrinking events calendar, Noble Park Community Centre Art Show has become the latest casualty. On 20 May, the art show’s committee announced in…