News
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Teen’s alleged killer loses bid to have case thrown out
An accused killer has lost his bid to have the case against him thrown out, with a magistrate instead committing him to stand trial over…
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Buddhist monk taken into custody after guilty verdicts
The head monk of a Keysborough Buddhist temple has been remanded into custody after a jury convicted him of 17 child sexual abuse charges. Naotunne…
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Quick thinking saves AGM
Greater Dandenong Council has issued an apology to Dandenong and District Historical Society, which was locked out of their annual general meeting venue that was…
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Jail for Uber Eats carjacking
An armed, drugged-up carjacker who was among a group that preyed on an Uber Eats driver delivering a cheeseburger in Doveton has been jailed. Bailey…
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Head monk found guilty of sexually abusing children
The head monk of a Buddhist temple has been found guilty of sexually abusing children aged as young as four in Springvale and Keysborough. Naotunne…
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Police monitor 45 young burglars and ‘influencers’
In the wake of a series of “truly horrible” recent agg burgs, Victoria Police has anounced it’s monitoring a list of 45 young chronic burglars…
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Leading by example in uplifting young people
From feeling disconnected to lending a helping hand to the youth in the South East, Abraham Kuol calls it the “Australian spirit.” One of four…
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Dandenong Council scraps fortnightly meetings
Greater Dandenong Council has opted to revert to monthly council meetings for the first time in more than 28 years. The scrapping of fortnightly meetings…
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All-clear for purple bins in 2027
Households are set for a fourth bin in 2027, after Greater Dandenong Council endorsed the introduction of a purple-lid bin for glass recycling. Ratepayers are…
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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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Multifaith Network Afternoon Tea
As part of Casey Council’s commitment to encouraging faith-led respect and inclusion, various religious communities came together on 20 of October for the Multifaith Network…
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Relay for Life spirit shines through rain
The 2025 Relay for Life went ahead in high spirits despite the rain, bringing together hundreds of participants who helped raise more than $121,000 for…
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Golden memories at Cup trophy tour
The golden Melbourne Cup trophy made its rounds at Casey Manor Aged Care Home in Narre Warren as part of the upcoming Melbourne Cup in…
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Art to Gobo lights
Year nine and ten students from Cranbourne Secondary College have had the opportunity to showcase their vibrant and colourful artwork through gobo lights at Clydesdale…
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Looking Back
100 years ago 29 October 1925 Dandenong Cemetery A deputation of trustees of the Dandenong cemetery was introduced to the council by Cr. Butler, with…
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What’s On
Open Studios weekend Take a free, self-guided tour through the studios, workshops, galleries and gardens of an array of talented artists and makers hailing from…
More News
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Endeavour Hills man charged over fatal crash
An Endeavour Hills man has been charged over a fatal multiple-vehicle crash in Lyndhurst last year. Two cars and a truck collided on Western Port…
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Seniors at-risk of AI spam and online scam
Have you recently fallen for an Artificial-Intelligence generated content? Or maybe you’re finding it harder to spot a scam online? You’re not alone — new…
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AI ‘illegally scraping’ local news
Country Press Australia (CPA) has welcomed the Albanese Government’s decision to rule out a copyright exemption for AI companies, but says urgent action is required…
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Family violence: women lack supports
Monash University research has backed a Wellsprings For Women report into the systemic challenges for refugee and migrant women experiencing family violence. Lack of cultural…
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Casey releases Annual Report 2024/25
City of Casey has released its Annual Report 2024/25. According to the Council, this year marked a “significant turning point” for Casey, with the return…
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Casey records $140 million surplus for 2024/25
Casey Council has recorded a $140 million surplus for the 2024/25 financial year, with a $57 million shortfall against its original forecast. The shortfall was…