$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...
Transformation of campaigning, shift from major parties a sign of demographic change
The influence of younger voters at this election may not only be seen at the ballot box but has already shifted the way campaigns...
Community consultation open for Puffing Billy Reserve update
The Cardinia Shire Council is facing some backlash after announcing just two days for the community to provide feedback on the draft plans for...
Hundreds attend Pakenham dawn service
Hundreds of residents attended the Pakenham dawn service this Anzac Day gathering at the cenotaph for another year to pay their respects.
It was a...
Liberal and Teal independent stoush over West Gippsland Hospital
It’s rare to see a State MP involve themselves in a candidate stoush during a federal election, but we have seen just that over...
Accused hit-run driver at Casey Hospital was allegedly on bail
A man accused of an alleged car theft and hit-and-run at Casey Hospital on 23 April had been allegedly on bail at the time,...
Residents cast their votes
Early voting has begun, and Pakenham locals are feeling frustrated while others are feeling hopeful for an election that still has no clear favourite.
Beginning...
Locals mourn Pope of the people
Many locals have joined millions across the world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis.
His Holiness died on Easter Monday, a few weeks after...
Eight years strong
The Women’s Friendship Café Pakenham celebrated its 8th anniversary on 17 April at Living & Learning Pakenham Inc., marking nearly a decade of fostering...
Mr Yakkerboo appears in Main Street for festival return
Mr Yakkerboo is once again loose on the streets of Pakenham to grace his iconic local festival this weekend.
Yakkerboo Festival returns this Saturday and...
Aussie dream out of reach
Georgia Haysom is one of many young Australians being locked out of homeownership. She rents a room in Pakenham, lives within her means, and...
Gazette Election Questionnaire: Monash
Russell Broadbent - Independent
Where do you live and how long have you lived there?
I live in Pakenham and have done so for over 50...
Drouin dream team delivers
DROUIN GOLF
Some of the biggest names at Drouin Golf and Country Club were involved in a thrilling finish to the Foursomes Club Championship played...
