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Casey Council pushes for fast-tracked signal upgrade
Casey councillors unanimously backed an urgent motion calling for the government to fast-track approval for signal changes at the notorious intersection of Pattersons and Tuckers…
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Casey releases Annual Report 2024/25
City of Casey has released its Annual Report 2024/25. According to the Council, this year marked a “significant turning point” for Casey, with the return…
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Dandenong man charged over alleged brawl
A Dandenong man has been charged after an alleged brawl in Oakleigh East. Police say they responded to reports of a group of males assaulting…
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The impacts of homelessness
When nine years old, Julz Nichols learnt all too well what it’s like to lose her home at a moment’s notice. She remembers the freshly…
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Casey records $140 million surplus for 2024/25
Casey Council has recorded a $140 million surplus for the 2024/25 financial year, with a $57 million shortfall against its original forecast. The shortfall was…
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Waiting in emergency: Mental health upgrades on the way
Upgrade works may have led to dismally-high numbers of mental health patients languishing in Dandenong and Casey hospital emergency departments, according to the State Government.…
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Servo ex-operator accused of underpaying migrant worker
The former operator of a Hallam servo has been accused of underpaying a migrant worker. It’s part of the Fair Work Ombudsman’s legal action against…
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Connected Libraries launches survey
Connected Libraries is inviting the Casey community to have their say on the future of local libraries through its Your Library, Your Say survey. The…
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Calls grow for safer crossing in Tooradin
Tooradin residents are renewing calls for a pedestrian crossing on the South Gippsland Highway to connect local estates and the Recreation Reserve. Local mother of…
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Sport
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JOCs ready for new era
Dandenong-based football club St John’s Old Collegians will turn a new page in the club’s history as it successfully transferred from the Victorian Amateur Football…
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Plenty happening as two-dayers begin in DDCA Turf 3
All four Dandenong District Cricket Association Turf 3 games are in the balance at stumps on Day 1 after an intriguing Saturday of cricket. On…
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Maroons steal unlikely win
The great escape! A heart-stopping finish at Upper Beaconsfield Reserve saw the Maroons win their second consecutive game in round three of the Casey Cardinia…
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Winning ways for Bray on an ideal day at Corinella
The greens were buzzing at Corinella Bowls Club as 52 members of the South West Gippsland Midweek Bowling Group gathered for another round of friendly…
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Reigning best and fairest winner among Redbacks’ recruits
Hampton Park is not going to walk into Southern Division 1 short of star players…and the side won’t be short of belief either when next…
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Highs and lows of cricket
Devon Meadows B Grade captain Corey Leslie is living proof that a week is a long time in cricket. Just a week after battling his…
Entertainment
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Double Ninth Festival A cherished day in Chinese culture observed on the 9th day of the 9th lunar month that honours ancestors, promotes longevity, and…
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Dragons, myths brought to life
Heather Wilson will be one of the many talented artists across the South-East opening her studio doors next weekend as part of the Casey Council’s…
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90 years of Rotary in Dandenong celebrated
Rotarians marked an extraordinary 90 years in Dandenong with a packed dinner at Dandenong Club on Saturday 5 October. Dozens including friends, families and Greater…
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What’s On
Slot-car racing Relive childhood memories, share laughs, and enjoy the thrill of the track with fellow enthusiasts. – Thursday 16 October, 10am-12pm at Mr Slot…
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The Weathering storms into Fringe
In a historic move, Dandenong-based Fusion Theatre is set to launch a season of its landmark original play The Weathering as part of Melbourne Fringe…
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Best guinea pigs on show
More than 300 guinea pigs – otherwise known as cavies – were on show for an international event in Dandenong North on Sunday 5 October.…
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Labor commits to universal childcare
On 11 December 2024, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will take the first steps toward building a universal early…
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Compassionate Dementia Care Approach
Belvedere Aged Care, Noble Park is dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for older adults living with dementia. Our person-centered care approach ensures…
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Healthy Holidays: Strategies for Eating Well and Staying Hydrated
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence. However, it can also present challenges to maintaining a healthy diet and staying hydrated.…
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Always about community and kindness
While Casey Grammar School has evolved and grown significantly in the past 30 years, the very best things about the school remain the same Casey…
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Holiday fun awaits: BJ Care Services’ exciting adventures!
Ever wondered how to make school holidays truly memorable for children with disabilities? At BJ Care Services, we’re on a mission to turn every school…
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Tailored to your interests
Grow 2 Be is a disability support day service making a difference. Participants at the Pakenham-based service are offered a range of hands-on activities like…
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Why the wait for mental-health ED patients?
Monash Health has defended its handling of mental-health patients in the emergency departments despite its Casey and Dandenong hospitals having the state’s lowest rates of…
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Game over for SESH
In a major shock, the massive South East Sports Hub (SESH) in Bangholme – as well as a housing estate at a Keysborough Green Wedge…
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Warneet’s rebuilt jetties declared open
After a three-year shutdown, the rebuilt Warneet North and South Jetties have been declared open. Ports and Freight Minister Melissa Horne and Bass MP Jordan…
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Casey Council seeks clarity on waste deal
A City of Casey councillor has urged tighter oversight of the municipality’s role in the South East Metropolitan Advanced Waste Processing (SEMAWP) partnership. At the…
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Submissions highlight concerns in Casey draft local law
Casey residents have voiced concerns over enforcement powers and private land use in their submissions to the council’s draft Local Law. Casey Council has received…
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Four arrested over alleged BMW shooting
Four South East men have been arrested after a man in a BMW was shot in Dandenong earlier this year. Southern Metro Region Crime Squad…