Three beaches to visit this summer
1. Waratah Bay
The town is near uninhabited, leaving a pristine beach where the rising mountains of Wilsons Promontory can be seen across the bay....
Caught in the act
2021 proved challenging for many industries, including those who work in the media.
Although lockdown saw the journalists confined indoors more than usual, our reporters...
2021 through the lens
Gazette photographers have been out and about during 2021, despite the many lockdowns. Here is some of their best work.
Guild award for Pakenham queen
Pakenham’s CPAC Musical Theatre has been awarded two top gongs at the 2021 Music Theatre Guild of Victoria awards.
The company’s April production of Priscilla...
Three… easy Christmas snacks
1. Strawberry Santa hat marshmallows. Hull strawberries and cut tops off. Place one strawberry, cut side down, on top of each marshmallow. Top with...
Q and A with Santa Claus
The Gazette contacted Santa Claus at the North Pole to see if he wanted to participate in the Q and A! He said yes!...
Christmas tree winners
The Cooper family home is smelling distinctly of Christmas after winning the Star News reader real Christmas tree giveaway from the Dandenong Christmas...
Carols last gig for legend
Two thousand people attended Kooweerup’s Carols by Candlelight on Saturday 11 December, enjoying a firework display and stellar musical entertainment.
Presented by the Lions Club...
Healthy marriage, healthy nation
Marriage celebrant and life coach Suresh Chandra says marriage is not his profession but his passion.
Mr Chandra, 75, of Endeavour Hills, has released a...
What’s on
Storm recovery pop up sessions
Were you or someone you know impacted by the June or October storms? Come down to the Hills Hub (Emerald)...
Three… alternatives to Christmas trees
1. Christmas card tree.
A simple and no-waste Christmas tree idea is to simply blu-tac Christmas cards in a tree shape onto your wall...
What’s On
Garfield Christmas Festival
The Garfield Community Association is proud to announce the Garfield Christmas Community Picnic down at the Garfield Rec Reserve Footy Oval. We...
Emerald Primary School hit by alleged firebugs
Emerald Primary School has escaped serious damage after a fire was allegedly lit on-site by a group of unknown youths over the weekend.
On...
