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Hospitals welcome new interns

Dandenong Hospital and Casey Hospital have seen an influx of junior doctors embarking on a new journey since January this year. More than 100 junior...

Casey councillors ‘locked out’ of planning application decisions

Newly-elected Casey councillors are being sidelined from representing the community in local planning issues, former councillors say. Last year, Casey administrators endorsed a new policy...

Safety tips to protect kids on the roads

As Victorian children return to school, Kidsafe Victoria is asking parents, carers and drivers to prioritise child safety on the roads. With busy driveways, bustling...

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Matt’s fire on ‘moving day’ of Club Championships at Drouin

DROUIN GOLF Saturday was ‘moving day’ at Drouin Golf and Country Club with 156 players taking part in the second round of the 2025 Club...

Horrendous collapse leaves humiliated Hawks in the hot seat

Ellinbank (1/16) is one good innings away from replacing Drouin (147) in the top four of the Warragul and District Cricket Association (WDCA) after...

Thumping win has Kooweerup poised and primed for finals

KOOWEERUP BOWLS Kooweerup Division 6 finished the home and away season in fourth place and will now travel to Mt Eliza for the first week...

Hit out for happy Hammond

GARFIELD GOLF Saturday was a game of single stableford at Garfield which attracted a field of 144 players and was played in mild conditions on...

Pure genius as Cranbourne raises stakes over Keysborough

CRANBOURNE BOWLS With the weekend Pennant season coming to the pointy end; round 13 began with Cranbourne 1 Div 1 taking on Keysborough 1 on...

Smith, Stars and Sixes

JUSTIN: Alright boys, it’s an absolute honour to be hosting my first ever Let’s Talk Sport, there’s a big weight on the shoulders. Marcus...

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Sowing a passion for the garden

Twelve years ago, Bryan Hunter was given a ‘blank cheque’ to lead Athol Road Primary School’s environmental studies program. Since then, he and his students...

Food charity stays open in January

Dandenong charity Cornerstone Contact Centre has received a helping hand to keep its doors open in January. After the Christmas cheer, hampers and lunches,...

Blazing a trail of donations

A Freemasons toy drive has delivered a bounty of goodies for Monash Childrens’ Hospital patients on 15 December On the one day, a truck...

Ultra runner hits rare air

Cranbourne East uItra-runner Byron Lester’s latest challenge was nearly a step too far. The confident athlete prides himself on his big endurance engine and appetite...

Dandy Show: pictures of perfection

On a blazing weekend of sunshine, the 152nd Dandenong Show remains a spectacle by day and night. Photographer ROB CAREW catalogued the bright rides and...

Life recognition for financial saviour

A financial counsellor for more than 40 years, Margaret Taig’s dedication has been recognised with the awarding of the Honorary Life Membership of Financial...

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Shed fire sparks smoke warning

Fire crews contained a blaze in a back shed at Endeavour Hills on Thursday 6 February. Callers to triple-0 reported a structure and a tree...

More glasses for students

Officer students will benefit from free vision screening and glasses as part of the State Government’s boost for the popular Glasses for Kids program. The...

A safe haven

We often associate therapeutic environments with places like the beach or the gym, but the healing power of a farm is often overlooked. Diane...

A Life Transformed

There are moments in our lives where the healthiest option is to leave. Amirthalingam Dhileepan move to Australia was a major turning point in...

Beaconsfield gunfire erupts

Police are investigating a firearms incident in Beaconsfield on 7 February, which took place early this afternoon. It is believed a group of unknown male...

MP requests Beaconsfield bridge to be named “McKenna Drive”

Beaconsfield’s new bridge looks set to be named in honour of the late Mary Carmel McKenna OAM after Michael Galea MP formally requested his...