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Compelled by love, youth raise funds

Ending the year with some good cheer and kindness, a group of young Rotarians from Emerald have raised funds for an international charity, showing...

Between the flags: new-arrivals get tips on water-safety

More than 120 newly arrived migrant and refugee mums and children from Melbourne’s South East recently took part in Water Safety Day at the...

A first time win for Pauline!

Six lucky readers across the Yarra Ranges have been receiving their custom themed Monopoly games in December. Monbulk author and playwright, Pauline Hosking got...

Virtual fencing to unlock huge productivity gains for Victorian farmers

People in Profile: Lighting up hope for all

Christmas hope arrives

Farmer calendar puts mental health to the fore

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Gippsland Power trio in AFLW Draft contention

AFLW Academy player Ella Stoddart is among three Gippsland Power players in contention for the AFLW Draft, to be held on Monday night at...

Rays quartet in Draft mix

Up to four Dandenong Stingrays could be selected at next Monday’s AFLW Draft which is set to take place at Marvel Stadium. Vic Country quartet...

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...

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...

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...

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 a...

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Q&A with local resident Michael Bodey

What are some achievements you’re proud of? I’ve spent 25 years officiating for Athletics Victoria, I stay actively involved with the RSL, I’ve been ballroom...

What’s On

Garfield Christmas Festival The annual ‘Garfield Christmas Festival’ is back for another year and is bigger than ever! Garfield will again be filled with festive spirit...

Q&A with Rose Deng, Casey advocate and youth worker

What was your experience like fleeing Sudan during the war, and what are some of your most vivid memories from that time?  My parents were...

What’s On

Pakenham Cup Southside is set for a massive summer celebration as the Ladbrokes Pakenham Cup Day returns to Pakenham Racing Club on Saturday, 13 December...

Evergreen greenkeeper tees off for 90th celebration

A sprightly Les Abrehart has celebrated his 90th birthday with 100 family and friends on Sunday 16 November. “They seem to come out of the...

Christmas Carols in Casey

The City of Casey has organised an array of events ahead of the festive and holiday season — including the beloved Carols by Candlelight....

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History in colour

The Berwick Artists Society has unveiled its long-awaited mural, completed just in time for Christmas. The vibrant artwork offers a window into 19th-century Berwick, showcasing...

Christmas spirit arrives on Main Street

The Christmas spirit has arrived on Main Street thanks to the efforts of local traders and rotarians. Locals have missed the festival feel in the...

Sikh community leads community excellence

The Officer Gurdwara Sikh Temple is setting an example of community spirit across the state after receiving two prestigious awards last week. The Victorian Multicultural...

Parents demand answers

One year after their toddler required 15 stitches by a plastic surgeon, a Pakenham family is still demanding answers and access to CCTV footage....

Hit-run driver to face sentence

Prosecutors have dropped the most serious of 13 charges against an alleged hit-run driver who crashed into a Pakenham cyclist in Noble Park. Leanne Danielle...

Beaconhills class of 2025’s outstanding results

The highest possible ATAR of 99.95 and five perfect 50 subject scores are among the outstanding VCE results from Beaconhills College’s Class of 2025....

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