News
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Green Wedge earthworks rejected
A proposal to add 300,000 cubic metres of topsoil on a low-lying Green Wedge pasture in Bangholme has been refused by the state’s planning tribunal.…
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CRRA urges stronger rates hardship protections
Casey Residents and Ratepayers Association (CRRA) is pushing for simpler rates hardship applications, clear decision timeframes and multilingual communication in its submission to the State…
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Cannabis debate continues in Victoria’s Upper House
A South East MP has accused Labor of not listening to its members after a motion to legalise cannabis possession was voted down in Victoria’s…
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Phone distraction: Charity hero jailed after critical crash
A former Noble Park footballer and charity marathoner has been jailed after his van struck and critically injured a cyclist. Trent Robertson, 39, of Mordialloc,…
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TAC funds drug-driving test boost
Victoria Police will be conducting an extra 25,000 roadside drug tests per year, as part of a new funding partnership. The extra drug tests are…
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Bail refused: Teacher accused of stabbing principal
A teacher accused of stabbing a principal at Keysborough Secondary College has told police he “mentally snapped” and wanted to “completely incapacitate” his alleged victim,…
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Young women recognised as role models
The Victorian Afghan Associations Network is hosting an Awards Night in recognition of young girls’ achievements in the community. The event on Monday 8 December…
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Man charged over alleged stabbing at Keysborough school
A Mulgrave man has been charged over an alleged stabbing at Keysborough Secondary College’s Acacia campus on 2 December. Emergency services responded to reports of…
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Keysborough Secondary College alleged stabbing: principal recovering at home, school re-opens
Keysborough Secondary College principal Aaron Sykes has been released from hospital after being allegedly assaulted at the school by a male staff member yesterday (2…
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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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Ageless Santa spreads joy over the decades
After 30 years in the jolly Santa suit, Phil Martin says he’s shared the gift of kindness with thousands of children. On 3 December, Martin…
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Disability at dusk celebration uplifts community
It was a successful night at the Disability at Dusk event last week which aimed to celebrate and uplift those with disability, their families, carers…
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Christmas Carols returns to Max Pawsey Reserve
Max Pawsey Reserve will bring back Carols by Candlelight on Christmas Eve this year. After its hiatus in 2024, this will mark the 50th anniversary…
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Christmas Carols in Casey
The City of Casey has organised an array of events ahead of the festive and holiday season — including the beloved Carols by Candlelight. Casey’s…
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The Offbeat Sari is coming to Bunjil Place
Bunjil Place Gallery will be partnering with Liverpool Powerhouse in Sydney to bring a landmark exhibition — The Offbeat Sari. The exhibition was developed by…
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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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Man arrested after alleged stabbing at Keysborough College
Keysborough Secondary College’s Acacia Campus was forced into shutdown after a man was allegedly assaulted at the school. Police swarmed the school following reports of…
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Builder liquidates as apartment defects top $3m
A building company has liquidated after being pursued over multi-million-dollar defects in a Dandenong apartment building once described as a “danger to life”. Developer and…
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Discarded batteries spark garbage fires
Sustainability Victoria has launched a new campaign to raise awareness about the safe disposal of batteries and electronics after alarming numbers are being found in…
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LETTER-TO-THE-EDITOR: Hospital downgrade devastating
That Dandenong Hospital could soon be unable to care for sick or premature newborn babies is devastating news for local mothers, particularly those for refugee…
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Two-metre fall fine tripled on appeal
Fine over two-metre fall more than tripled on appeal A bricklaying company has been fined $110,000 on appeal after a worker was seriously injured in…
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Mystery $790K Lotto winner in Noble Park
A mystery TattsLotto winner at a Noble Park outlet is among four unknown Victorians to score division-one prizes from last weekend’s draw. There were eight…