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Police investigate Lynbrook shooting
Police are investigating a shooting in Lynbrook on the night of 27 March. It’s believed a man was shot while sitting in a vehicle at…
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Cash finally splashed on Doveton Pool
Casey Council’s chief administrator has challenged local MPs to “put your money where your mouth is” to complete the long-awaited Doveton Pool in the Park…
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River rescue drill gives a taste of reality
More than 70 SES members, lifesavers, police, firefighters and a search dog took part in a massive training exercise on Patterson River, Carrum on March…
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Maintenance concern
Local recreational cyclists are troubled by the maintenance of the Thompsons Road bike path, saying its deteriorating conditions could lead to potential dangers and hazards.…
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Students thrive on their own devices
Technology is helping to “give a voice” to students at Springvale Park Special Developmental School. Thirty students recently received iPads from Victorian not-for-profit State Schools’…
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Hero makes savings in bank rescue
A shopping trip in Springvale quickly turned into horror for the heroic Robert Tomecki. On the late morning of 18 November 2016, Tomecki heard screams…
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Labour-hire firm charged over alleged $236K underpayments
A Dandenong-based labour-hire company, director and payroll manager are facing charges over an alleged $236,100 underpayment of staff. ASA Personnel, which has its head office…
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Dandy Sth factory charged after worker death
A metal finisher has been charged with workplace safety breaches after a worker was killed at its Dandenong South factory. In March 2022, the 53-year-old…
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Aged care on new Cr’s agenda
A fresh member to the team of councillors at the City of Greater Dandenong was officially declared on Tuesday 19 March. Phillip Danh the successful…
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Treasurer unswayed by SEMMA plea
A South East manufacturers peak body has called for a Parliamentary inquiry as its campaign against steepling land taxes and valuations failed to move the…
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Mercy after ‘unfortunate’ mauling
A judge has questioned how a “clearly psychotic” woman who ordered her dog to attack a police officer in Dandenong North was remanded in custody…
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Kids crime up 26 percent
Children as young as 10 breaking into homes to steal cars for joy-riding are of the greatest concern, police say. Official crime stats showed there…