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Prolonged heatwave warnings
A prolonged heatwave warning is sent out by the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), sparking fire dangers. Melbourne weather is forecasted to reach 43C by 6pm…
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VCAT review dismissed after Kingston ‘mistake’
Kingston Council’s push for a VCAT review of a controversial 900-plus housing project at the former Kingswood Golf Course has been dismissed after a ‘clerical…
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Train disruptions for Pakenham line
There will be disruptions to train services on several metropolitan lines in the south-east and for Gippsland V/Line services this week, as Metro Trains crews…
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Year in review: State appointed monitors departure and former mayor charged
After a 12-month stint starting in November 2024, the two State appointed monitors that were responsible for overseeing the newly elected Casey Council finished up…
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Youths throw bricks from overpass, damaging cars and injuring a driver
Police are investigating an incident in Springvale, after five vehicles were damaged by a brick in the early hours of Saturday morning. Greater Dandenong Crime…
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Year in Review 2025: Casey’s ’naughty list’ under scrutiny
Casey Council’s Unreasonable Complainant Conduct (UCC) policy stood out in 2025 as its application to residents sparked concern over how community voices are managed within…
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Year in Review 2025: Holt’s red wave
2025 was a big year for Holt Member Cassandra Fernando as she won her second term in the May Federal Election with an overwhelming advantage.…
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Year in Review 2025: Casey’s green wedge planning fights
After years of simmering tension, the planning clash between Casey’s green wedge community and religious organisations reached a breaking point in 2025, as two temple…
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Year in Review 2025: Panda Mart turmoil
International discount retailer Panda Mart landed in Cranbourne in early 2025 and made headlines throughout the year with a roller coaster of incidents. It opened…
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Altercation on Monash Freeway prompts police investigation
Victoria Police is investigating a collision that occurred on 3 January on the Monash Freeway between Hallam and Narre Warren. Officers responded to reports following…
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Charges after fatal house fire
Detectives from the Arson and Explosives Squad have charged a woman following a fatal house fire in Clyde North last month. A 29-year-old woman taken…
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Turning pain into purpose
From grief to greatness, a rising musician is finding the courage to speak her truth and inspiring others to rise with her. “Don’t let your…












