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‘Caught out’: toxic playground claim
Greater Dandenong staff have been “caught out” flouting a council directive not to spray Roundup weed-killer near a playground and a school yard in Noble…
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Antique violins recovered
A bounty of irreplaceable string instruments have been found in a stolen car in Dandenong. Monash Crime Investigation Unit detectives say the instruments were in…
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Sport for all gives back
More than just a bat and ball game, the recent ‘Don’t Give Up, Give Back’ T20 Cricket Tournament was a hit with a diverse cross…
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Police positive on crime
Greater Dandenong experienced its second lowest crime rate in five years in the 12 months to September 2019 – and Victoria Police say that’s not…
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Keys unlocks historic riches
It’s not only important to preserve the stories of Dandenong’s past, says local historian Christine Keys. History only lives when the stories are shared. Ms…
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RSL launches African social club
Labelled as an “historic” move, Dandenong Cranbourne RSL has launched its African Champion Social Association ‘day club’. President John Wells said the social group, open…
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Weapons wielded in violent home invasion
A Keysborough chef has been jailed for joining a “terrifying” home invasion in which a resident was bashed to the head with a hammer. Loui…
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Couple’s rocky courtship
A man who pleaded guilty to punching his partner in the face at a protest rally has proposed to the same victim from the dock…
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Climate action declared
Greater Dandenong has declared a “climate emergency” and now needs to take action – such as the mandatory requirement of zero-emission buildings, says councillor Matthew…
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Man bashed by bus group
A man was been allegedly assaulted during an argument with up to 10 youths on a Smartbus in Springvale. The 40-year-old and the group of…
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Citizenship hand-shake ban touted
In the wake of coronavirus concerns, a Greater Dandenong councillor has called for the ending of “obligatory” handshaking during citizenship ceremonies. At a council meeting…
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Man critical after street assault
A man is fighting for life after being attacked by a group of men on Hammond Road Dandenong. Police were told that the victim was…
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