News
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Less digital devices
The state government is removing the requirement for parents to provide digital devices for primary school students. Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll…
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Policy changes see spike in home building
The HIA New Home Sales report is a monthly survey of the largest volume home builders in the five largest states and is a leading…
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Trades apprentice forges success
A Dandenong-trained boilermaker apprentice has forged a victory at the 2025 Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT) Gala. Ana Gamero, who trained at Chisholm Institute, was…
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Gaps in the family-violence system
Wellsprings for Women is raising the alarm over growing challenges faced by migrant and refugee women experiencing family violence across the South East. Over the…
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Defence against home violence
GKR Karate in Narre Warren is hosting a free self-defence class as part of the club’s ‘Stop domestic and family violence’ purple belt campaign. People…
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Medicinal cannabis stigma weighs on working women
A forum exploring Women’s Health and Cannabis run by the Legalise Cannabis Party brought women together in Frankston. Hosted by South-East Metropolitan MP Rachel Payne,…
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Unique connections to employment
An employment agency, IntoJobs, is helping First Nations people make cultural connections as well as to seek employment. The IntoJobs’ program, delivered by Mas National…
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Casey Bin lid changeover halfway
Casey Council has been halfway through swapping over more than 250,000 rubbish and recycling bin lids across Casey. To date, the contractors have visited more…
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Casey drivers ready for Street Machine Drag Challenge
Two Casey petrolheads are gearing up to take on one of Australia’s toughest street car events when the Street Machine Drag Challenge returns later this…
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Sport
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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…
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Eagles bolstered by experience
Cranbourne was relegated from Southern Division 1 at the conclusion of this year’s football season but there is plenty of excitement ahead of next year.…
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Yabbies off to perfect start
A highly-entertaining innings at Harry Blackman Oval boosted Pakenham Upper/Toomuc to a 2-0 start in the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA) A Grade competition. The…
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Bulls charge to first win
The reigning premiers are off the ground. Cardinia tasted victory for the first time this summer as the Bulls handled business against Officer in round…
Entertainment
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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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What’s On
Forget Me Not cafe Carers and loved ones living with dementia in rural Casey are invited to connect over music, morning tea and gentle activities.…
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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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FWO blitz on migrant employees’ workplaces
Authorities have targeted employers of migrant workers in a series of snap inspections in the South East. The Fair Work Ombudsman and Australian Border Force…
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Bandicoot shelters put to the test at Cranbourne Gardens
A new trial at the Royal Botanic Gardens Cranbourne is giving Southern Brown Bandicoots a safe place to hide. Southern Brown Bandicoot outreach officer Eilish…
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Discobility marks 26 years of inclusion
For more than a quarter of a century, Discobility has been lighting up Cranbourne with music, laughter, and connection. On Wednesday 8 October, the community…
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Casey Council launches festival initiative
With Christmas just around the corner, the City of Casey is inviting local businesses to be part of a festive initiative designed to connect them…
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Expect heavy traffic as MotoGP returns
Another huge crowd is expected on Phillip Island this weekend for the 2025 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix. Delays are likely heading to and from the…
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Housing crisis grows
The Council to Homeless Persons has launched a new Walk in Her Shoes campaign at Bunjil Place Library, to highlight the rising numbers of women…