News
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10 things to do to fuel the festive feels
Not feeling the Christmas spirit just yet? Here’s 10 things you can do that will have your festive feelings flowing. Decorate Yes it’s an obvious…
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Be roadwise this festive season
Motorists are being warned to adhere to the road rules or face a costly Christmas, as Operation Roadwise gets underway. The statewide road policing operation,…
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EPA urges businesses to secure their site for holiday shutdowns
Closing your business or construction sites closing for the Christmas holiday period? EPA wants you to make sure the site is properly secured. Factories, warehouses,…
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TAC and Victoria Police launch new road safety campaign
A new campaign launched by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and Victoria Police highlights the risks of speeding and drink driving, and the critical role…
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LETTER TO EDITOR – Tunnels fire fears
Deep concerns publicly aired by Peter Marshall, secretary of United Firefighters Union Victoria (UFUV), over unreliable equipment to confront any future fire hazards in the…
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Casey locks in funding to refresh local shopping strips
Local shopping strips across Casey will receive funding for improvements, after councillors unanimously approved a new five-year improvement plan. Council endorsed the Activity Centre Investment…
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$250m Cranbourne South Hindu temple faces Federal decision
A proposed $250 million Hindu temple precinct in Cranbourne South’s green wedge has been referred to the Federal Government, with a decision now pending on…
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Connected Libraries Delivering Joy to support local Casey residents in need
Connected Libraries invites the community to share warmth and generosity through its annual Deliver Joy campaign. Until Christmas, Casey residents are encouraged to donate non-perishable…
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Growth surge reveals budget pressure points
Casey City has long been recognised as one of the fastest growing council areas in the country, and the second-fastest growing in Victoria. Over 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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Looking Back
100 years ago 24 December 1925 Dandenong High School Speech Night The public’s warm interest in the Dandenong High School and the annual speech night…
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Dessert options for a sweet Christmas treat
While plum pudding, also known as Christmas pudding, is a traditional festive dessert in many parts of the world, some people prefer to explore alternatives…
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Sticking to New Year’s resolutions
New Year’s is a time of celebration and welcoming a fresh start but it’s also the time where those seemingly unattainable resolutions are made. What…
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Creamy eggnog to put you in the festive mood
Eggnog is a creamy, rich beverage traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season. Its origins are thought to date back to medieval Europe, where people drank…
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Give better this Christmas
It’s OK to veto Valentine’s Day and pay little heed to Halloween, but when it comes to Christmas most of us aren’t willing to suffer…
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Take the stress out of Christmas and dine out
Dining out on Christmas Day is becoming increasingly popular, and there are several reasons why more people are choosing to celebrate the holiday in restaurants…
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Residents of outer Melbourne rally to donate blood amid Bondi Beach attack
Residents from Casey, Cardinia and Dandenong are travelling far and wide across Melbourne to donate blood following calls for more donations for those critically injured…
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Driver jailed after deadly distraction
A 24-year-old distracted driver who drove through a red light and fatally struck a three-year-old girl in Endeavour Hills has been jailed. Kamal Ghali, 25,…
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Berwick man found deceased, 28-year-old arrested
Police have arrested a man following a fatal assault in Cheltenham on December 16. Emergency services were called to reports a man was allegedly seriously…
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Local and acclaimed Italian chef Luca Covalea clinches Top Pizza Maker Titles in Oceania
Luca Covalea touched down in his home land of Italy in November as a chef and restaurant owner, but left with an additional title under…
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Calls for unity following Bondi shooting
Local organisations in Greater Dandenong and across the nation have called for unity following the violent Bondi beach mass shooting. The Australian Hazara communities have…
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We will survive such evil
I have to confess to being in a state of unreality about the Bondi attack. I have been heartened by the many individual messages from…