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Light another candle of Hope
Chanukah (which can be spelt Hannukah) was first celebrated after the Maccabees reclaimed and rededicated the Second Temple in Jerusalem 164 BC. The festival commemorates…
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Local men find community and resilience through new initiative
Over 100 men of all ages from the region of Casey gathered together at Bunjil Place on Monday night in an initiative aimed to give…
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Lost WWII relic uncovered
Clyde North Salvos has uncovered and returned a long-lost World War II flag that originally belonged to the 2/2nd Field Regiment, and the historic artefact…
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Mosque numbers expand despite parking squeeze
One of Greater Dandenong’s most prominent mosques, Taha Humanity Association of Victoria, has been granted an increase of patrons after a heated debate by Greater…
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Outcry over Dandenong Hospital maternity cuts
Greater Dandenong councillors have strongly opposed Monash Health’s proposed downgrades of critical maternity services at Dandenong Hospital. Councillor Rhonda Garad, who holds a PhD in…
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Mould in rental plagues Casey family
A Casey mother, who prefers to not be named, says she and her three children have all experienced ongoing allergic reactions to prolonged mould exposure…
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Cr calls for toxic waste group backflip
A Greater Dandenong councillor has called for councillors to rejoin a community reference group (CRG) for the controversial Lyndhurst toxic waste landfill. The potential backflip…
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Mosquito bite warning for South East
Residents in Melbourne’s South East face a greater risk of contracting mosquito-bourne disesase, according to Monash Health. Almost half of the cases of Buruli ulcer…
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Crucial reforms on Vicarious liability for victims-survivors of institutional abuse
A ground-breaking retrospective bill to improve access to compensation in cases of institutional sexual abuse has been introduced by the Victorian Government. It garnered the…
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Sport
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Cobras bounce back against Cranbourne
HSD bounced back from its shock loss against Silverton in round 1 of the DDCA Turf 2 competition to beat Cranbourne by 103 runs. Despite…
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Strong scores defended in round 2
Noble Park made light work of Williamstown to win by a huge 274 runs in round 2 of the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association (VSDCA). After…
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Greyhounds angel wins top award
A veterinary nurse who pioneered Australia’s first greyhound adoption program has been recognised at Sandown Greyhound Racing Club’s annual Women in Racing Awards Night. Mel…
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St John’s OC to join SFNL
St John’s Old Collegians Football Club is set to switch from amateurs to the Southern Football Netball League. A spokesperson said the move by the…
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Strongman needs your help
When Cook Islands-born strongman Jonathan (Jono) Nelio steps onto the global platform at the 2025 World Natural Strongman Championships in Ireland, he’ll be lifting far…
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Beaconsfield bank another important win on road to finals
Beaconsfield made it back-to-back wins on Saturday beating Norwood 12.21(93) to 4.5(29). Led by Charlie Muley’s four goals and Josh Mounter’s best-afield showing, the win,…
Entertainment
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What’s On
Detox Your Home Highly toxic items, such as chemicals, should never be put in your rubbish bins, poured down the drain, or left out on…
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Looking Back
100 years ago 3 December 1925 POLICE PADDOCKS Inspected by Minister Mr F Richardson, Minister for Forests, accompanied by others, inspected the Police Paddocks on…
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Fashions and frolics at Cranbourne Cup
Dressed-up fashionistas, rock fans and racegoers flocked to the $500,000 Cranbourne Cup on Saturday. Huge crowds basked in the trackside sunshine, on terraces and in…
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Evergreen greenkeeper tees off for 90th celebration
A sprightly Les Abrehart has celebrated his 90th birthday with 100 family and friends on Sunday 16 November. “They seem to come out of the…
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Youth climate leaders drive local environmental change in Casey
The City of Casey is looking for young and climate passionate individuals aged between 15 and 25 to participate in their 2026 Casey Youth Climate…
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City of Casey prepares for a season of festivities
Ahead of the Christmas season, City of Casey will be expanding its available festive events, ranging from choir singing, Christmas decorations competition, to Christmas markets…
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A powerful call against violence
A keynote speaker at this year’s Walk Against Family Violence has urged City of Greater Dandenong to set up a local advisory committee against family…
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Councillors reject social media guidelines
Greater Dandenong councillors have unanimously voted down new guidelines for their use of social media. The proposed item lacked support at the council meeting on…
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Narre North Foxes celebrate surging interest in girls’ footy program
A local footy club has remarked on the rapid growth of interest in their girl’s program. As a result, the Narre North Foxes Football Club…
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Vinnies opens new soup van hub to tackle food insecurity in Melbourne’s South East
A new Vinnies Soup Van hub has opened in Hallam, marking a new initiative in tackling growing food insecurity in Melbourne’s South East. The new…
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AAPS urge for responsible pet adoptions
As the holiday season comes at a speed, Keysborough’s animals shelter urge people to adopt cats and dogs responsibly. Mandy Warrick started to volunteer from…
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Getting in the Christmas spirit
Cornerstone Centre have kicked off Christmas vibes early with their Christmas Market Fete. The event held on Saturday 22 November was filled with kids’ activities,…