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‘No answers’ for public drunk
A Dandenong magistrate has questioned police over why they opposed bail for a 22-year-old mother charged with public drunkenness and breaching bail. “Are you serious…
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Hazaras dig deep again
Following a mammoth donation to the bushfire relief effort in January, the Hazara community have opened their hearts again with yet another donation to help…
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New courts at Dandy Nth school
Rosewood Downs Primary School is set to upgrade and resurface its multi-sport court. Dandenong MP Gabrielle Williams announced a $25,000 State Government contribution to the…
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Riots on the rooftop
Residents say they are under siege from “out-of-control” children in a child-protection home in a Greater Dandenong neighbourhood. They report being intimidated and tormented by…
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Waste-to-energy VCAT appeal
A permit decision on a waste-to-energy plant in Dandenong South is now “out of the hands” of Greater Dandenong Council. The proponent Great Southern Waste…
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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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