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Hot for the tropics at Somerfield
By CAMERON LUCADOU-WELLS AMONG timber, stone and colourful exotic flowering trees and shrubs, it’s easy to find serenity in the Somerfield estate’s Wes Fleming-inspired garden. …
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Man attacked in Doveton road rage
A man was punched to near-unconsciousness in a road-rage incident in Doveton. The man’s car was damaged by another driver, who got out of a…
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Cannabis, equipment seized in raids
Cannabis valued at more than $1.3 million was seized by police from houses in Noble Park, Springvale and Springvale South. Greater Dandenong tasking unit police…
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Ready volunteer in the community
By MARG STORK OBITUARY: Patricia Golding, January 1926-September 2012 PATRICIA Golding was a talented woman of many interests and was widely involved in social groups…
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Dumpers, scavengers hit with fines
Ten rubbish dumpers and scavengers were busted during a Greater Dandenong Council operation outside a Springvale charity store last Sunday week. The council’s litter prevention…
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Breakfast to help breast cancer foundation
Pink Ribbon Breakfast is an annual nationwide fund-raising initiative, part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for the National Breast Cancer Foundation throughout October. Register your…
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Refugees voice their feelings
By CAMERON LUCADOU-WELLS BURMESE refugee Maung Maung Aye knows fully well the power of storytelling. A graphic designer and animator, he shot human rights films…
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Boost for ex-councillor in Dandenong poll
By CAMERON LUCADOU-WELLS INCUMBENT councillor Yvonne Herring and Residents Against Toxic Waste In the South East group’s Thelma Wakelam and Geraldine Gonsalvez are among a…
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What's on to See & Do in Greater Dandenong
Ballroom dancing: Learn to dance International Standard, Australian New Vogue and Latin modes, 1-3pm Tuesdays at Noble Park Community Centre. Evening classes also available. Cost:…
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Antics for tots at Drum circus musical
Roll up for a circus musical show at Drum Theatre in Dandenong this Thursday. Big Tops for Little Tots pits five circus artists from the National…
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Light steps for Unga in Tanzania
Chalcot Lodge Primary School pupils Rhyan, Jessica and Tahlia got on their dancing shoes at a school disco fund-raiser. They raised funds for charity Compassion…
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Smart meter push unlikely to succeed
By CAMERON LUCADOU-WELLS GREATER Dandenong Council’s bid to mount a campaign against smart meters may hit a hurdle at the Municipal Association of Victoria. Last…
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