News
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Wheelchair pedestrian braves Dandenong-Frankston Road
A resident in a wheelchair says she is forced to dangerously cross six lanes of heavy traffic on Dandenong-Frankston Road to access a shopping precinct…
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‘Ham-fisted’ trafficker granted mercy
A “ham-fisted” trafficker who accidentally shot his girlfriend while “mucking around” with a gun in Clyde North and falsely accused the victim’s brother has been…
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Hundreds of poisoned birds dropped dead
Investigations have begun into more than 200 dead birds found in Springvale South from suspected poisoning in recent days. Wildlife carer of 35 years, Michele…
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Police investigate e-scooter crash
Victotia Police are investigating after an e-scooter rider has been hospitalised after a collision with a vehicle in Dandenong this month. The vehicle was travelling…
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Cr Garad, council at odds on Israel retweets
Greater Dandenong councillor Rhonda Garad has demanded a public apology from the council over its media statement that her social-media retweets “support anti-semitic language”. Cr…
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IKEA builds cultural diversity at work
International giant IKEA in Springvale has made a drive to employ refugees and new arrivals who face greater barriers to work. Twenty-six individuals from seven…
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Drug blitz in CBDs
Police have made 210 arrests in a three-month drug-detection operation in Dandenong, Noble Park and Springvale CBDs. Among the arrests are alleged drug dealers trafficking…
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Arrest in Noble Park after police pursuit
Police have arrested the alleged driver of a stolen vehicle in Noble Park following a pursuit through Melbourne’s south-east. Officers spotted an allegedly stolen black…
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Dillwynia ward name galore
Dillwynia Ward in the City of Casey will soon be the recipient of a swathe of new names for its many facilities, reserves and landmarks…
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Sport
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Hampton Park climbs to first
Hampton Park has reclaimed its spot at the top of the ladder after a 77-point victory over Doveton in the only Southern League match played…
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Laetisha’s home away from home
It’s a long way from the South East suburbs of Melbourne to Lonato Del Garda; but Berwick girl Laetisha Scanlan has certainly made herself at…
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Amazing standard in MDL Divisional Singles Championships
With the best teams in the Mountain Dart League (MDL) crowned a week earlier it was time for individuals to stand tall and shine bright…
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Doves dare to dream against Redbacks
Despite the Southern League having a bye this weekend, two old rivals will come together and battle it out at Robinson Reserve in the only…
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Wrestling coming to Hampton Park
Malice Wrestling Federation (MWF) is set to launch on Friday night at Arthur Wren Hall, Hampton Park. The show will be headlined by a clash…
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Hallam hold the premiership keys heading into the bye
The one-horse-race grew legs on the weekend in Southern Division 4 football. Hallam is wasting no time in its goal of being promoted, cleaning up…
Entertainment
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Inflated fun for all
A giant 300-metre inflatable obstacle course dubbed the Monster is the highlight of an indoor fun festival at Caribbean Gardens, Scoresby. The inaugural South East…
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Jennifer Mills coming to Bunjil Place
Bunjil Place will soon be home to a major retrospective showcase of the delicate, bold, and quietly powerful works of renowned Australian artist, Jennifer Mills.…
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Hope begins with a welcome
Hope travels light. It carries a small suitcase, a few cherished photos, and a quiet prayer: “May this be the place where I am safe…
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HOME is where the art is
Dandenong is sprawling with art for 14 weeks as part of the HOME 25: Invisible Cities exhibition. Sixteen artists are showcasing the stories of refugee,…
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What’s On
Acoustic Afternoons Local Dandenong musician Alejandro Aguanta (Instrumental Music – Classical Guitar, Various styles) at the new roving exhibition HOME 25: Invisible Cities. – Saturday…
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Looking Back
100 years ago 16 July 1925 Income Tax Returns Persons whose income in Victoria for salaries and wages etc., during the 12 months ended 30…
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Walking to better health
You’ve heard of physical health and mental health, but have you ever come across the term ‘social health’? Social health is the wellbeing that we…
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DPav wins Melbourne’s Best Parma
Dandenong Pavilion (DPav) is delighted and extremely proud to have won the MMM Best Parma in Melbourne. Our team of highly motivated and experienced chefs…
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Behind the walls of Victoria’s prisons – what life is really like for the people who work there
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in prison? Most people have a very particular idea – high walls, long and dark corridors and heavy…
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Just Cuts salon now open at Parkmore Shopping Centre
Great value Style Cuts for everybody have arrived in Keysborough with the grand opening of a brand-new Just Cuts Salon inside Parkmore Shopping Centre. The…
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Celebrating all things Holland
The upcoming Holland Festival, organised by the Rotary Club of Casey, will take place entirely indoors at Caribbean Gardens in Scoresby, spanning 7000sqm under the…
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Sculpting a big impact in a small space
As backyards shrink, new ideas for gardens are on the rise. Smaller areas have necessitated a rethink in how to design outdoor spaces for maximum…
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New bin app for Casey residents
The Bin it Right app is available for download in the App Store and Google Play, with the City of Casey inviting residents in a…
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Gembrook memorial to receive upgrade
Already a distinct landmark that has stood for decades, the Gembrook War Memorial and surrounds will benefit from an upgrade to commemorate veterans further. Located…
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Residents’ outcry on walking trail car park
Disruptive behaviour has been a common occurrence at a walking trail’s car park in Narre Warren North, with residents recalling continuous incidents over the last…
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Rotary governor with many missions
A new south-east district Rotary Governor has been chosen for the 2025-26 term from the Noble Park-Dingley Club. Peter Behm was chosen as the new…
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EPA urges cleaner wood heating this winter
As temperatures drop and wood heaters roar back to life, Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria is reminding residents to burn wisely — or risk health…
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Stolen number plates surging
Police are calling for vehicle owners to fit anti-theft screws to dampen a record number of number plate thefts across the state. Casey is No.1…