Tag: News
Young struggle in lockdown
Not all young people hold the same political views as 26-year-old Liberal candidate James Moody.
But the Covid pandemic showed them how governments impact...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
’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...
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...
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...