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Carjacker’s escapade ‘as bad as I’ve seen’: judge
A Dandenong-born carjacker has been jailed over a wild afternoon police pursuit in which he crashed and carjacked multiple vehicles across Melbourne and the South…
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Group charged over man’s serious injury
A Dandenong North man is among seven people charged after a man was found with serious injuries in Port Melbourne on 16 May. Armed Crime…
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Baba Yaga’s quest for world title
To many, the name “Baba Yaga” conjures the image of a decrepit old witch lurking in the depths of the forest, waiting to strike fear…
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Lynbrook Primary celebrates 20 years
Lynbrook Primary School marked a special milestone last month, celebrating 20 years of learning and community connection. The school first opened its doors in 2005…
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Nominations open to recognise Victorian seniors
The State Government is encouraging all Victorians to recognise the valuable contributions of older members of our community by nominating them for the 2025 Victorian…
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Connected with hope
Hope is a common thread that connects us. It’s often a message wishing someone the best, an expression of care for someone’s welfare. Sometimes there’s…
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What’s On
Reconciliation Week Nature Play Learn about our shared history and celebrate First Nations cultures with a traditional Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, a special…
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Looking Back
21 May 1925 Empire Day The public is cordially invited to attend the Empire Day celebrations at the Dandenong State School at 11am tomorrow. Colonel…
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Draft council budget: Industry subsidises residents
Greater Dandenong mayor Jim Memeti says the council’s draft 2025-’26 budget recognises residents are “doing it tough”. The proposed budget – along with a suite…
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Uber driver lured, stabbed in customer’s garage
An ice-fueled ex-Springvale man has been jailed after he lured, entrapped and stabbed a random Uber driver in his home garage. Father of five Amaka…
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National award for ‘welcoming’ support service
A Greater Dandenong Council program to connect more than 1000 individuals and families to essential support services has won a national award. The Community Connector…
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New funding to increase local train services
The State Government has announced $727 million for the final implementation of the Metro Tunnel, which will see trains running through the South East every…