Tag: Entertainment
Cabaret tribute to Dad’s odyssey
Drum Theatre is set to ‘re-open’ with an online-streamed production and virtual Q&A session.
The critically acclaimed cabaret A Migrant’s Son will be streamed into...
Hub’s slow reveal
Anticipation is building for Springvale Community Hub’s doors to finally open.
The hub was officially opened by mayor of the time Jim Memeti on 20...
Spooky thrills chilled
Thanks to Covid, there’s plenty of masks but not so many trick-or-treats in store for this year’s Halloween.
Dandenong Market decked out in spine-chilling decorations...
Cases on the downhill run
Noble Park Skate Park rolled back to life as Covid-19 restrictions eased to the 'Second Step'.
Sporty types returned to skate parks, tennis courts, outdoor...
Spread the word
Bradley John is making room for a year’s supply of peanut butter after taking out the Dandenong Market’s inaugural National Peanut Day competition.
The much-loved...
Colour, noise and friends return
St Anthony’s Primary School students were given a colourful welcome back to classrooms on Monday 12 October.
Staff, including principal Patrika Rowley, dressed up brightly...
U3A lessons go digital
Despite Covid disruptions, Dandenong U3A has survived by adaption to technology.
At its annual general meeting – held online on Zoom – outgoing president Vivienne...
Back to school ‘normal’
After a two-month hiatus, Dandenong Primary School students and staff were reunited face to face on Monday 12 October.
Photographer GARY SISSONS captured the joy...
Wide vistas on small boards
Viewing the 9 By 5 art exhibition is like “Instagram in real life”, says artist Helen Timbury.
“It was the most vibrant exhibition with many...
Farmlands fresh in Spring
The rustic pastoral scenes in Lyndhurst seem a long way from Greater Dandenong's suburban streets.
And a long way from the edge of most residents'...
Dead centre
Dandenong’s centre has been surreally quiet as Covid-19 pandemic rules have tightened.
Star Journal photographer GARY SISSONS captured the desolate scenes at Little India precinct...
Dandy’s ‘heart’ turns 154
Dandenong Market’s 154th birthday will be a low-key celebration, in keeping with Covid-19 restrictions.
In the heart of Dandenong since 1866, the birthday date rolls...