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Bike ban for speeding
A Doveton motorcyclist will be without their bike for 30 days following Operation Nexus. The 30-year-old was among 4119 motorists nabbed speeding during the state-wide…
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Bungled burglary
A Dandenong North man disturbed a would-be burglar inside his garage in the middle of the night. The McFees Road resident heard loud bangs about…
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Look out for firebugs
Police are appealing for public vigilance following a “disturbing” arson spree. Greater Dandenong CIU Detective Sergeant Craig West said firebugs struck in Kyla Avenue, Dandenong,…
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Charges over pub fight
Police charged a 50-year-old Frankston man over an alleged assault with a pool cue in Springvale. Greater Dandenong CIU Detective Sergeant Craig West said the…
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Tackling liquor harm
By Casey Neill Greater Dandenong wants to change the way it responds to packaged liquor licence applications. At their Monday 26 March meeting, councillors decided…
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More room for apartments
By Casey Neill Apartment towers need to take the place of Central Dandenong’s old office spaces. Greater Dandenong Council’s business group manager, Paul Kearsley, said…
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Diversity takes the stage
Students proudly showcased their different cultural backgrounds in a Harmony Day celebration at Noble Park Secondary College. The school hosted a concert on Friday 23…
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South-East seeks support
The South-East needs funding for an airport, rail links, irrigation and more, says an advocacy group. South East Melbourne (SEM) requested a meeting with Urban…
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Train blitz delays
Buses are replacing trains on the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines as the Autumn Construction Blitz begins. VicRoads is warning that the 44-day disruption will cause…
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Warm welcome for activist’s widow
By Casey Neill A Springvale South temple welcomed the family of a murdered Cambodian activist to Australia. The ceremony at Wat Buddharangsi Melbourne on Saturday…
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Hopping into Easter spirit
The North Dandenong Junior Football Club welcomed a special guest to its family day. The Easter Bunny was on hand to help with a search…
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Theft and fraud
A thief pinched a wallet from the men’s change room at the Dandenong Oasis pool. Police said the incident occurred on Saturday 17 March and…