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Crane operator dies in Dandenong South
A 53-year-old crane operator has died at a workplace in Dandenong South last Friday 18 March. The man was crushed by steel beams weighing several…
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Holiday of their lives
Six families are experiencing the joys of their first-ever holiday, thanks to a charitable deed. The Magical Getaway Foundation – using grants from The Andrews…
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‘Happy camper’ wins $1.2m
A Dandenong man was a ‘happy camper’ after reaping $1.2 million from a Tattslotto division 1 win. He discovered his winning entry after returning from…
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Parker wanted on warrant
An accused disqualified driver is wanted on warrant by Victoria Police. Terrence Parker, also known as Trevor Ford, is known to frequent Dandenong and Loch…
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Smoky blaze in vacant building
Twenty-four firefighters have battled a blaze in an abandoned building in Mulgrave. Fire Rescue Victoria crews reported a “significant” amount of smoke from the building…
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Plea to find missing Darly
Police are appealing for public help to find a missing Noble Park woman. Darly, 56, who is in the early stages of dementia, went missing…
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Crime plummets 22%
Reported crime plummeted by 22 per cent in Greater Dandenong during the 2021 calendar year, according to official crime statistics. Criminal incidents were down across…
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Strong case for inclusion
A former Dandenong police prosecutor has been awarded for championing disability awareness in her workplace. Acting Sergeant Kelly Christie received an Outstanding Police Service to…
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Covid vax crusade hits targets
Caped comedian and South East Community Links superhero Diana Nguyen is crusading for Covid education in a series of innovative videos. Ms Nguyen and SECL…
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Walk dad spreads powerful message
Blistered but inspired, a Cranbourne father and his personal message is making a mark across regional Australia. Nyibil Amum has braved 500 kilometres since setting…
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Unite the community
Residents told Star Journal that Dandenong was in “desperate need” for an informal meeting space. Here are some of their reasons: “There’s great people all…
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Hub’s tall storeys cut short?
Greater Dandenong Council is set to consider a dramatic redesign for the proposed two-storey Dandenong Community Hub. Councillors were to be briefed on Monday 21…