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Truck company fined for pellets spillage
A major transport company, Toll Transport Pty Ltd, has been fined $4070 after its poorly loaded truck poured a blizzard of plastic pellets onto Keysborough…
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PM celebrates Ramadan Night Market
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has helped launch Dandenong’s Ramadan Night Market for its second year, marking the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. He…
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Why Volunteer? Because It Might Save You Too.
Last night, I had the honour of being invited to the Cranbourne Chamber of Commerce for a speed business networking event. What struck me most…
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Casey Pushes statewide gambling reform through MAV
The City of Casey has unanimously voted to submit a notice of motion to Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV), calling on the State Government to…
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Casey Council moves to tackle growing housing crisis, new report released
As many in Casey faces a major housing and homelessness crisis, the council has voted in favour of developing a new Affordable Housing Policy, that…
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End is nigh for Hallam Rd tip
The controversial Hallam Road landfill in Hampton Park will reportedly be closed to municipal waste as soon as 30 June 2027 – but questions linger…
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‘Un-Australian’: Community leaders condemn ‘no good Muslims’ speech
South East leaders have condemned recent public remarks by One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, suggesting there are “no good Muslims.” “Such statements are harmful and…
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MotoGP to leave Phillip Island, last race this year
After almost three decades, there will no longer be a great procession of motorcycles and cars heading south every October, as the MotoGP will move…
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Man hospitalised after carpark stabbing
A 20-year-old man was left fighting for life after being allegedly stabbed by an unknown group of males in a Noble Park carpark. Greater Dandenong…
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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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Pride of Holden roars on
Brett Crawley is a proud member of Holden’s loyal legion displaying their prize classic cars in Dandenong next month. The Narre Warren North collector, who…
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Galloping into a New Year with style
Under a blazing blue sky, thousands of revellers celebrated the Year of the Horse at the annual Springvale Lunar New Year festival. More than 80…
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A spot of kindness led by young local leaders
A Casey-based Girl Guides group dedicated to empowering girls and young women has delivered a heartfelt show of support to local frontline volunteers. Narre Warren…
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Melbourne set to take on North Melbourne in Casey Fields practice match
Local AFL fanatics are in for a treat, as Casey Fields will take centre stage when Melbourne takes on North Melbourne in a practice match…
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Looking Back
100 years ago 18 February 1926 GIPPSLAND FIRES On Sunday afternoon, the ringing of the fire bell at Dandenong startled residents, many of whom immediately…
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What’s On
Kwabo dance workshop Join Gracieuse Amah from Kwabo Events in a Kwabo (welcome) dance workshop. Congolese rhythms, movement and cultural expression while learning a short,…
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Animal shelters offer $50 to boost cat adoption
Animal shelters have joined forces to combat decreased adoption rates ahead of an already “demanding” cat and kitten season. The state-wide, ‘Mission Adoptable’, is a…
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60 Years of Commitment to School Reunion
The Killester College class of 1966 recently celebrated their 60th reunion, showcasing a long-term commitment to the decades of reunion. The group, made-up by committed…
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Suspicious fire in Dandenong under investigation
Victoria Police are investigating a suspicious fire in Dandenong. Fire Rescue Victoria responded to an incident on Robinson St in Dandenong, Monday evening at 6:42pm…
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Alleged car thief faces 60-plus charges
An alleged serial car thief has been charged after using electronic key reprogramming devices to steal at least 25 cars across Melbourne, police say. The…
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Critical nursery in need of a home
A volunteer nursery helping to propagate the South East’s disappearing flora is now itself under threat. Greenlink Sandbelt Nursery has been supplying the region’s unique…
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Three arrested following alleged stabbing in Narre Warren
Three teenage boys were arrested last week following an alleged stabbing in Narre Warren. Police believe the altercation took place between a group of boys…
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Sign of the times: Record crowd expected at Bring Your Bills
February is piling up with credit card debt, back-to-school bills and higher interest rates – so the time is more than ripe for the latest…
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Funding call to further combat racism
An anti-racism support network has provided its first insights after a year of documenting racism across the state, the first of its kind in Australia.…
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Socialists stake their claims for State Parliament
Victorian Socialists has revealed its candidates for the relatively safe Labor seats, Dandenong and Mulgrave in the upcoming state election. Both young candidates chant calls…
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Men’s Shed awards wombat warrior for special collaboration
Akoonah Park Men’s Shed gave a unique honour last week to a woman who has dedicated many years to wildlife conservation, collaborating with the men’s…