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Greed caught in act

Across communities, a disturbing trend is emerging: People abusing food banks, hoarding essential supplies and even reselling donated goods for profit. People were caught...

Journalism integrity under threat from easily formed ’news websites’

Revelations that a digital news publication might have affiliate links with Climate 200 has brought about a reminder of the necessity of truly independent...

Cardinia among councils questioning purple bin

Cardinia Shire Council is questioning the roll out of the new purple bin by joining a collection of councils that say the bin reform...

Cafe demolition pause

Cardina Shire councillors voted unanimously to pause the demolition of the café and tea rooms at Emerald Lake Park. The decision follows a motion by...

Landmark win for RDA

After a year of uncertainty, RDA is set to keep its doors open longer following Cardinia Shire Council’s decision to extend its 20-year lease. A...

Councillor’s push to review vacant farmland

Cardinia councillor David Nickell has successfully appealed to his colleagues for a review of unused farmland with the hope of illuminating ways forward to...

Show of a lifetime

With the support of the community and volunteers, the 2025 Pakenham and District Agriculture and Horticulture Show was a resounding success. Pakenham Show vice president...

Pakenham Show winners

SHOW PERSONALITY Show Personality Section sponsored by Craig Currie Real Estate 35 children registered - judges Violet and Afraa - Star News Group reporters 3-4 years: Levi...

McGregor Road ramp open

Crews have reopened the McGregor Road citybound freeway entry ramp, marking an end to all major works on the second stage of the Pakenham...

Gnarly tricks at the Pakenham Show

On Saturday 15 March, the Pakenham Show became a vibrant hub of energy and excitement as BMX riders, skaters, and scooter enthusiasts gathered for...

Strength in culture

As inclusivity and diversity dominate conversations around the world, it was definitely evident in this year’s Parklea Pakenham Show. The event brought together people...

Cleaner streets for Garfield

The Garfield Recreation Reserve Environment Action Team (GRREAT) held a Clean Up Australia Day event, collecting a significant amount of rubbish and recyclables despite...

Ladder leaders provide ultimate test

Tooradin-Dalmore is fully braced for impact as the Seagulls host high-flying ladder-leaders Nar Nar Goon this week in the ultimate litmus test in West...