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Long words spark ’caucus’ furore
A Greater Dandenong deputy-mayoral candidate’s concession speech has sparked calls to investigate alleged Labor Party “caucusing” ahead of the vote. At a 27 November meeting,…
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50% costs awarded to I Cook
The state’s health department has been ordered to pay 50 per cent of I Cook Foods’ legal costs after a recent misfeasance trial in the…
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Monk faces new charge of child sexual abuse
A Keysborough-based senior monk is now facing accusations of child sexual abuse against six alleged victims, a court has heard. Naotunne Vijitha, 68, who is…
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‘Dangers’ posted on Progress Street
Protesting businesses have installed ‘warning signs’ on the dangers of the level-crossing removal on Progress Street in Dandenong South. At the site, passing drivers blared…
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Electoral divide
Residents are warning that Casey’s southern towns will be under-represented compared to northern suburbs, as part of proposed council electoral reforms. Casey Council’s electoral structure…
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Casey awarded internationally for digital access
The City of Casey has just been honoured with an award at the World Smart City Expo (WSCE) Awards for the creation and implementation of…
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Bringing climate voices to the table
Diverse communities are too often sidelined from decisions on climate change, says Environment Victoria campaigner Tony Fretton. The fight for climate justice has been led…
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Drink-driver blows 0.21
A Narre-Warren South drink-driver has been allegedly been caught more than four times the legal limit. The 34-year-old man blew 0.210 after being intercepted by…
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Local men fronting new family violence campaign
Wellsprings for Women has launched its 16 Days of Activism Campaign, joining organisations globally who are frontlining the fight against gendered violence. The women-only service…
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Council calls for Gaza ceasefire
Greater Dandenong Council has passed a motion calling for a permanent ceasefire and peace in Palestine in response to more than 14,000 civilians killed. The…
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Council calls for ceasefire
The City of Greater Dandenong Council has passed a motion calling for a permanent ceasefire and peace in Palestine as over 14,000 innocent civilians are…
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Tiler fraud to repay $92K
A Doveton tiler has been ordered to repay more than $90,000 for fraudulently obtaining workers comp payments. Rahmatullah Jafari, 28, had injured his back while…
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