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Covid fine for ‘mowing service’
An alleged drug driver, who claimed to be on his way to mowing lawns, has been intercepted by police in Dingley Avenue, Dandenong on Saturday…
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Flats evacuated after suspicious fire
Twenty-two residents were evacuated after a car was set alight in an apartment building’s basement early on Monday 31 August. The suspicious fire caused extensive…
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Embracing Finnish education excellence
An early education centre based on the internationally renowned Finnish model of curriculum is scheduled to open in Dandenong North in November/December. Construction of the HEI…
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’Collateral damage’ in Market rift
In a fiery debate, Greater Dandenong councillors have backed Dandenong Market’s ban on Cr Maria Sampey attending its board meetings. Cr Sampey – the council’s…
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Police crack-down
During a week of tense lockdown protests on Dandenong streets, a 48-year-old man described by police as an “event organiser” has been arrested at his…
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Covid cases steepen
Covid-19 cases have risen more steeply in the past week in Greater Dandenong, with another Dandenong South factory under investigation. The Department of Health and…
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Street trees on chopping block
Street trees may be replaced by parking bays in central Springvale – despite the council exploring a possible urban forest strategy. Greater Dandenong Council will…
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Urban forest plan revived
Greater Dandenong Council has re-planted the seed for a proposed ‘urban forest strategy’ that restricts tree removal on private land. After axing the proposed policy…
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Chemist for a better Springvale
A philanthropic pharmacist has launched a heavyweight bid for a seat on Greater Dandenong Council. Richard Lim OAM will be seen as a strong chance…
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Ex-mayor won’t seek re-election
Long-serving Greater Dandenong councillor Youhorn Chea is retiring due to health concerns. The four-time mayor and councillor for 23 years will bow out ahead of…
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Terror victims cited for bravery
A pair of police officers who were attacked by a radicalised teen at Endeavour Hills police station have been cited for bravery. In the August…
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Napping addict jailed
A drug-addled disqualified driver has waved an imitation gun, weaved dangerously through traffic and then fallen asleep at the wheel on Springvale Road Keysborough. Rickie…
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