Police investigate Pakenham collision
Cardinia Highway Patrol officers are appealing for dashcam footage as they investigate a collision in Pakenham on Sunday night.
It is understood a black dirt...
Officer pays tribute
As part of the 2025 Anzac Day dawn service, a large crowd gathered at the Rob Porter Recreation Reserve Memorial Gates in Officer to...
Stitching a New Legacy
PRECEDE: From refugee roots to runway shows, Gloria Chol blends South Sudanese heritage with street couture—crafting fashion that tells untold stories and redefines...
Little legs, big hearts: Emerald Rotary Club and Puffing Billy raise $41K for kids
The Emerald and District Rotary Club teamed up with Belgrave's Puffing Billy Railway to raise a whopping $41,000 for Monash Children’s Hospital, all thanks...
Youthquake in the federal election
A recent report from Monash University revealed that the upcoming 2025 Federal Election has Millennial and Gen Z voters outnumbering Boomers and Gen Xers...
Young farmers thrive
From calving sheds to crop paddocks, young farmers in Gippsland are stepping up this autumn—learning from each other and building the future of dairy...
Price of survival
Single father Steve Whittington is overwhelmed by soaring interest rates, rising living costs, and stagnant wages — despite juggling three jobs and acknowledging his...
Local families join together to mark Anzac Day in Cockatoo
Despite the chill of a dark autumn morning, a large crowd gathered in Cockatoo for the annual Anzac Day dawn service, marking 110 years...
Massive ANZAC turnout in Cranbourne
Cranbourne stood still on Friday 25 April as the crowd turned out to commemorate ANZAC Day, with the largest attendance seen in years.
Locals attended...
Mayor Jack to advise State on local issues
Cardinia Shire Mayor Jack Kowarzik has been selected to help advise the State Government on council matters.
The State Government announced the Local Government Mayoral...
Parklea ruled against in VCAT developer dispute
A local developer dispute has resulted in a 20,000 word ruling by VCAT which has seen Parklea lose their bid to reconsider the circumstances...
$10K for Kids
The Pine Grove Hotel has once again proven just how powerful community spirit can be. On April 17th, 2025, the family-owned local favourite hosted...
South East full of CFA spirit
With CFA volunteers at the heart of what he does as both a firefighter and staff member, Lukasz Lipnicki well and truly embodies the...
