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Help comes by the busload
By Casey Neill A seemingly-endless stream of Keysborough students carried armfuls of donations into Bob’s Place in Dandenong. The Launch Housing homeless support service gratefully…
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Police in pursuit of bungling thief
Police are renewing an appeal for information about a bungled robbery in Noble Park. Greater Dandenong CIU detectives have released images of a man they…
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Report to look at council portfolios
By Casey Neill Greater Dandenong Council will look at assigning portfolios to its councillors. Cr Matthew Kirwan asked for a report on the idea at…
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Video clue in hunt for assailant
Police hope CCTV images will identify those responsible for an assault and robbery in Dandenong. Greater Dandenong CIU detectives are investigating the Thursday 2 November…
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Signs give new life to river red gums
Interpretive signs made from river red gum trees are now showing visitors the way in reserves across Greater Dandenong. The council used wood from trees…
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Youth jobs plan kicks off
By Casey Neill Greater Dandenong has unveiled an action plan to get young people into jobs. In one of his last acts as mayor, councillor…
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Efforts that inspire
Three Greater Dandenong students were recognised for their humanitarian efforts through a national award. Insyirah Muhamad Kadir from Keysborough’s Mt Hira College, Blake Connors from…
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Entries open for festival of film
Film-makers from across the board can enter next year’s Short Cuts Film Festival. Entries are open for current or recent film graduates with less than…
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Grant offers shelter from the sun
Yarraman Oaks students will be protected from the summer sun thanks to a $27,500 grant. The Noble Park school received cash through the State Government’s…
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Hero Joe recognised for decades of service
Springvale Benevolent Society’s president has been recognised for decades of service to the charity. Joe Rechichi was named a Community Superhero at the Sandown Greyhound…
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Dandenong plant a solid performer for Nissan
Nissan’s Dandenong casting plant is still producing parts 35 years after it opened its doors. The automotive manufacturer celebrated the milestone on Thursday 16 November.…
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Chopper crew gives lessons on water safety
A life-saving chopper touched down at Haileybury in Keysborough for a water safety lesson. The Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter visited on Tuesday 21 November to…