New research forecasts regional social housing needs over next decade
Housing advocates are calling on the state government to build 80,000 new social homes in the next 10 years to address the state’s housing...
Longtime volunteers step down
During National Volunteering Week, Cardinia Shire Council unanimously voted on Monday night May 19 to disband two community committees, highlighting the growing volunteering crisis.
The...
No budget surprises
Cardinia Shire Council received and noted its quarterly financial report for the nine months to 31 March 2025, with officers confirming that no revised...
Police and RACV advise motorists to use OBD locks in the face of rising...
Victoria Police and the RACV are warning Victorians of a recent increase in high-tech car theft focusing on vehicles using modern push start ignition...
Three decades of dedication
Antonia “Toni” Arfaras has spent over three decades changing lives across the City of Casey — but this year, her efforts have been officially...
Health, education and cost of living boosted as budget hits surplus
The State Budget has been delivered with the Labor Party pitching billions more in health, education and cost of living relief, which includes a...
Motorcyclist in critical condition following Berwick collision
A motorcyclist was left fighting for life with critical injuries following a collision in Berwick yesterday, on Sunday, 18 May.
Casey Highway Patrol officers...
Patties grand opening
Patties Food Group marked the grand opening of its new Pakenham store with a festive community celebration last weekend. The sun was shining, creating...
Mother’s Day Classic
The Pico Early Learning Centre and Kindergarten hosted its highly anticipated Mother’s Day Classic on Saturday, May 10. The event brought the community together...
Seniors keep active
Forty members of the Pakenham Senior Citizens Club enjoyed a Mother’s Day luncheon at the Officer Club.
Regular lunches are held every Monday at the...
Lang Lang horse statue expected next month
The long-awaited public art for Lang Lang is expected to be unveiled next month, but the original location is proving the last hiccup in...
Free transport for seniors
Seniors living in Cardinia and Casey will soon be able to travel anywhere across Victoria for free on weekends, following the State Government’s commitment...
Teaching hope through hardship
As a respected Pakenham local, beloved Grade 6 teacher and now a published author, Ashlea Retallick knows firsthand that the darkest moments can plant...
