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Crs pay tribute to late mayor
Greater Dandenong councillors have paid tribute to former City of Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon. Ms Stapledon, 58, was a “formidable person” and “fierce advocate for…
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Hospital shock move
Dandenong Hospital’s birth, maternity and childrens units have been mooted for temporary relocation in Berwick and Clayton. Monash Health has proposed to relocate maternity, special…
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Hallam station to open May
Hallam’s new railway station is due to open by May, the State Government has announced. As part of ongoing works, Hallam Road’s level crossing will…
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No bail: Judge fears for woman’s safety
A Doveton man accused of seriously injuring a woman with “blunt trauma” to the head has been refused bail. William Hogan is contesting charges including…
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Six arrests in ‘significant’ drug raid
Six occupants have been arrested by police during a drug raid on a house in Dandenong North. Croydon Divisional Tasking Unit police say they seized…
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UFC fans brawl at Hallam pub
A 35-year-old mechanic and father-of-two pleaded guilty to affray after being “king hit”, despite not throwing a punch in a brawl on 7 March, he…
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Mayor pleas for refugees
Greater Dandenong mayor Jim Memeti said he sent a “clear message” to federal Immigration Minister Alex Hawke on the settlement of refugees from Afghanistan. Cr…
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Funds for Myuna Farm access
Myuna Farm’s pavilion is set for an upgrade for all-abilities access. The State Government announced $351,105 to improve the pavilion’s amenities and meeting spaces, as…
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’Selfless’ leader farewelled
Former Casey mayor Amanda Stapledon will be remembered as a ‘people’s councillor’, loyal mother, sister and daughter and an unflagging community servant. At her funeral…
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Specialist school opens
Endeavour Hills Specialist School opens its doors for the start of Term 1 today (1 February). The “world class” school for students 5-14 years old…
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Djokovic drama shines light on hotel refugees
With lived experience as a refugee, Barat Ali Batoor is well-placed to observe the hardships faced by the many refugees and asylum seekers that call…
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Level crossing removal: Hallam Rd closed
Hallam Road will be closed at night until 12 February due to level crossing removal works. The road will be closed at the crossing between…