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Federal MP Jason Wood rebukes claims he used Remembrance Day to promote his preferred candidate for Pakenham

Federal La Trobe MP Jason Wood has defended himself against claims that he purposely used Remembrance Day to boost the profile of a fellow...

Community hospital on track

Pakenham Community Hospital is now taking shape, with the new facility designed to relieve pressure on local health services reaching structural completion. Minister for Health...

Truck fire in Officer

A truck caught fire this week in Officer with firefighters quickly responding to contain the big hauler. Crews arrived at Officer BP Service Station along...

Police crack down on vehicle thefts in Melbourne’s southeast

Pakenham Place to take State Government to trial seeking almost $24 million in compensation

Dr. Hope steps closer

A treat of Wings and Roses

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Sport

Grand final rematch headlines DDCA action

Last week’s Dandenong District Cricket Association (DDCA) matches were called off due to rain, so all teams will be raring to get back on...

Lions aim to snap losing streak against marching Maroons

Round five of the Casey Cardinia Cricket Association (CCCA) will now be played as one-dayers after the intervention of rain last week. Three consecutive losses...

Rain frustrates Catani

Catani is the big loser of Saturday’s rain in the Warragul District Cricket Association. A surprise packet early in the 2025-26 season, the undefeated Cats...

Gippslander set to go pick 1

Within minutes of finishing the last game of his junior career Gippsland’s number one pick favourite Willem Duursma’s attention shifted to getting back and...

Dales optimistic despite losing gun trio

Pearcedale will place a heavier reliance on its younger players in 2026 after losing experience stars Brett Eddy, Ryan Bastinac and Jordan Bastinac. Eddy has...

Price preaching as promising Sabaj set for higher honours

Cranbourne co-trainers Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr are considering a trip across the Nullarbor after their exciting four-year-old prospect Sabaj made a one-act...

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Special prize for best Christmas lights in Berwick, says Cr Scott Dowling

Some of the main streets in Berwick will sparkle with festive lights and decorations these Holidays as the community is invited to come...

Casey’s African food and music festival

The Sunday rain did not deter the celebrations at Casey’s African Food and Music Festival. Those who attended were able to revel in the live...

What’s On

Family history group Narre Warren & District Family History Group hosts guest speaker Paula Taylor, who will speak on famous Australian botanical illustrator Ellis Rowan...

Casey invites local artists to transform public spaces with vibrant artworks

The City of Casey is inviting local creatives across all mediums to help produce public art around the community. Through Casey’s planning policy, the...

Christmas Markets at Bunjil Place

Get your Santa hats and seasonal earrings ready because Bunjil Place will be turning into a Christmas market on Saturday 29 November. No...

Q&A with long-time nurse Sally Joustra from Berwick Hospital

Can you tell me a moment that truly affirmed your decision to become a nurse? My mother was a nurse for many years at both...

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The science behind hay fires

Spontaneous combustion in hay occurs when internal heat builds up to the point of ignition as a result of microbial activity and chemical reactions. Unlike...

2025 Foodbank report reveals slight rise in food insecurity, putting pressure on local relief organisations

The 2025 Foodbank Hunger Report has revealed that 3.5 million Australians have struggled with food insecurity in the last 12 months. While 20 per cent...

Neerim students help local wildlife

Neerim Secondary College paid Cannibal Creek Landcare group another visit to the Lovers Lane site in Garfield last week. During this visit last Thursday,...

30 disability homes ‘at risk’ in South East

Thousands of people with complex disabilities are at risk of eviction from group homes that may close due to a looming funding crisis, say...

Ultimate guide: how to navigate Melbourne’s $13.5 billion Metro Tunnel

The Metro Tunnel, the city’s $13.5 billion mega-project, will open to the public in two phases: a partial opening in early December, and a...

Botanic Ridge local wins back-to-back world titles in aerobics

Botanic Ridge’s Jack Maillard has taken home back-to-back world titles in sport aerobics and fitness, a feat that reflects years of dedication, discipline and...

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