Art shines light on domestic violence
The White Ribbon Art Gallery is inviting the community to a special fundraising dinner on Friday, 5 December 2025, at the Emerald Hills Hub,...
Growth area funding changes prompt council concern
Cardinia Shire Council is joining a call for more clarity on the state government's new planning amendments, which some claim lay the groundwork to...
School off the limits: thieves target Cardinia Primary again
Cardinia Primary School is dealing with the fallout from an overnight break-in on Monday 17 November, leaving the small school community shaken.
Principal Susan Wepster...
Patients raise alarm over Ambulance delays and care refusals
Families in Melbourne’s south-east say they’ve suffered traumatic experiences accessing emergency care, as ambulance delays and triage decisions come under renewed scrutiny.
Berwick resident Hannah...
Despite deadlock, council pushes festival grants review
Cardinia Shire Council has voted to proceed with a review of the Festivals and Events Grant Program, aiming to refine processes and develop a...
Festive market fun
On Sunday, November 16, visitors gathered at the front of the Cardinia Cultural Centre for the Lakeside Market, perfect for last-minute Christmas shopping. Set...
‘Teen sentencing’ plan splits community
Victoria’s escalating youth crime crisis is back in focus after Premier Jacinta Allan announced sweeping reforms that could see children who commit violent crimes...
Native oasis to make first public opening
A new, expertly crafted garden full of natives in full bloom this spring is opening to the public for the very first time. Once...
New RoboFit Melbourne clinic offers cutting-edge therapy for neuromuscular conditions
For 12 year old Damian who lives with spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy and scoliosis, there are no limits — especially with the support of...
Council stands firm on free parking at Pakenham Hospital
Last week, the Victorian Government announced that Pakenham Community Hospital will be completed next year, drawing further attention to the question of parking at...
Overseas trip ends in thieves’ $65,500 haul
A Pakenham resident returned from an emergency trip to India to discover his home had been broken into, leaving him without his life savings...
Sandown roars to life
Supercar action roared for the Sandown 500 over the weekend with something for all to enjoy.
For the first time, the supercars held a three-round...

















