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Panda Mart closes for 72 hours under court injunction
Consumer Affairs Victoria has been granted a court injunction to stop warehouse retail store Panda Mart from trading, after inspectors discovered hundreds of illegal items…
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Spray-booth blaze at Cranbourne West warehouse
Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) responded to an incident at 12.20pm on Furlong Street, Cranbourne West, after callers to Triple Zero (000) reported a warehouse fire.…
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Casey Council endorses new public art policy
The Casey Council has unanimously voted to endorse a new Public Art Policy and revoke the existing Arts Acquisition policy at last night’s council meeting,…
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Calls to abolish begging laws by South-Eastern Metro MP
Rachel Payne, a South Metropolitan MP, introduced a bill to the Upper House last week that would decriminalise the act of begging. Currently in Victoria,…
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Into the mountains: How a Hallam construction worker conquered 100 miles
At just 26, Hallam runner Ejaz Ahmed completed the Great Southern Endurance Run (GSER) 100-mile (162 kilometres) ultramarathon for the very first time, finishing seventh…
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Casey adopts new Local Law after major overhaul
Casey councillors have unanimously adopted the Casey Community Local Law 2025, introducing significant changes to how vehicle repairs, unregistered vehicle storage, and shipping containers at…
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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…
December is set to sparkle across the City of Casey! Before your family celebration begins at home, join the celebration of your second family —…
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Cranbourne Community Hub parking cut approved
Casey councillors have approved a planning permit allowing a significant reduction in parking spaces for the proposed Cranbourne Community Hub. The decision passed 11-1 at…
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Trains resume on Pakenham line after incident in Berwick
Trains on the Pakenham, Traralgon and Bairnsdale lines are resuming following an earlier emergency services incident at Berwick. Passengers are asked to check station platform…
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Pakenham’s own in AFLW mix
Pakenham Football Club’s Abby Hobson is well positioned to be selected in next Monday’s AFLW Draft, set to take place at Marvel Stadium. A member…
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Cream rises for Cranbourne
CRANBOURNE BOWLS It was a spirited week of performances from Cranbourne with the club’s top-two teams winning their pennant matches on Saturday while the week…
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Perera and Smith light it up
A magnificent century from Pakenham’s Glenn Perera and stunning six-wicket haul from Pakenham Upper/Toomuc’s Bailey Smith were the prominent features of the Casey Cardinia Cricket…
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Hawks take flight for second time this season
A Damith Perera century guided Hallam Kalora Park to its second win of the season as the Hawks edged out Dandenong West by six runs…
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Cougars pounce on day one
Clyde is in the box seat to get back on the winner’s list with the Cougars in a commanding position against Officer on day one…
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Dual centurions lift Bulls
There weren’t many people more nervous than Travis Welsh as he approached his first-ever century for Cardinia. But his brothers watching on were. There was…
Entertainment
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What’s On
Santa photos Santa and his cheerful elf are stopping by the park. Bring your camera to snap your own special photos. – Thursday, 11 December…
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Christmas charities to the fore
Christmas is a time for compassion and generosity, with local organisations are prepared to do more than ever. South East Community Links (SECL) is spreading…
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Beloved cricket event returning to Casey Fields
Melbourne Stars Family Day will be returning to Casey fields this December. Cricket lovers will be able to join in on the free event which…
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Disability at dusk celebration uplifts community
It was a successful night at the Disability at Dusk event last week which aimed to celebrate and uplift those with disability, their families, carers…
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Festive afternoon at Bunjil Christmas market
It was a busy Saturday afternoon at Bunjil Place as locals, families and visitors gathered for the Christmas market. Despite the gloomy weather, many came…
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What’s On
Melbourne Pasifika Festival Annual celebration of Pacific Island dance, live music, arts, crafts, children’s activities, storytelling, and Pasifika-owned food and merchandise stalls. – Saturday 6…
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Exceptional Care, Every Day – Enrolments Now Open for 2026
Every family deserves a village, a place where they are understood, supported, and surrounded by people who genuinely care. At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten,…
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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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Pakenham train line down after emergency incident
Trains on the Pakenham, Traralgon and Bairnsdale lines are disrupted, due to an emergency services incident at Berwick. The Department of Transport gave notice on…
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Trio sentenced for ‘menacing’ home attack
A trio of men “moved like a violent little pack” in a “menacing” attack on a young family’s home in Lynbrook, a sentencing judge has…
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‘Housemate from hell’s’ three-month tirade exposed
It started with an evicted housemate in Clyde North hurling eggs at a garage door, but ended with fire being set to a home with…
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Endeavour Hills killer loses appeal
An obsessively jealous bodybuilder who violently stabbed to death his ex-partner in front of her children and her mother in Endeavour Hills has lost his…
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Pearcedale company hit with $10,000 fine
A Pearcedale company was hit with a $10,000 fine and the cost of the cleanup after dumping 37,000 litres of drilling sludge near the Ovens…
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Police presence set to be bolstered at Fountain Gate Shopping Centre
Over the next three months, Victoria Police will bolster patrols and Protective Services Officers at four metropolitan shopping centres, including Westfield Fountain Gate. It comes…