“Major disgrace for parents“: Federal MP Slams Labor Government over 7-year delay
Liberal Federal MP Jason Wood has slammed the Labor Government for taking “seven years to finally select a builder” for the Casey Hospital Children’s...
Mum’s battle brings family together for breast cancer research
Local nurse Paige Thiyagarajah has seen many people battling cancer, but the reality hit close to home after her mother was recently diagnosed.
Paige and...
Drunk driver sentenced for fatal, high-speed crash
A Clyde North drink driver who lost control at a Tooradin roundabout at high speed resulting in the death of his friend has been...
Looking back through the archives
50 years to 1976
The Rotary Club of Berwick, which usually meets at Salisbury House in Upper Beaconsfield, had a new venue and new host...
Fourth attack in weeks rocks Heritage Church
Still reeling from earlier vandalism and attempted break-ins, Lang Lang’s St John’s Anglican Church has been hit for a fourth time, despite increased patrols.
The...
Family and friends farewell Carol Porter OAM
Local legend Carol Porter OAM was farewelled last week, with a room full of family and friends paying tribute to “Mrs Officer”.
The Officer icon...
Yakkerboo set for stage debut
Yakkerboo is a common sight around town, whether it be the statue on Main Street or his annual appearance at the festival, but there...
All bushfire-affected arterial roads now re-opened
All state-managed roads affected by the January bushfires are now open.
Work to re-open a significant number of local roads managed by councils is continuing.
Crews...
No slowing down for real estate growth in Pakenham
Pakenham’s property growth continues to rise with the median house price at $700k.
According to data from property.com.au, $700k was the median price based on...
Support becomes entitlement
There is a moment many community organisations reach, often without realising it, a point when support quietly shifts into expectation, and gratitude is replaced...
Pakenham History: Yakkerboo stands the test of time
It fills Ray Canobie with pride that an event he devised as deputy shire secretary in the mid-1970s as a means to engender civic...
Men’s Shed awards wombat warrior for special collaboration
Akoonah Park Men’s Shed gave a unique honour last week to a woman who has dedicated many years to wildlife conservation, collaborating with the...
“Major disgrace for parents“: Federal MP Slams Labor Government over 7-year...
Liberal Federal MP Jason Wood has slammed the Labor Government for taking “seven years to finally select a builder” for the Casey Hospital Children’s...
