News
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Early intervention to homelessness
As a crucial step was taken to address homelessness with the formation of the Southeast Homelessness and Housing Alliance, conversations around underlying causes were rife,…
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Expansion to free pads and tampons
Victorians will soon be able to access free pads and tampons at even more locations throughout the state as the program expands. The southeast is…
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150km/h P-plater caught on Monash Fwy
A speeding P-plater from Narre Warren South has had his vehicle impounded after being allegedly clocked at more than 150 km/h on Monash Freeway. The…
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Casey not present in councils’ rally against levy
Victorian councils gathered in Melbourne on Saturday, 26 July, in a united front to oppose the State Government’s $5.14 billion ESVF levy. The levy, which…
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Bus replacements on Cranbourne and Pakenham lines in August
Both the Cranbourne and Pakenham train lines will be facing two weeks of disruptions, as buses will replace trains throughout August. Level crossing removal works…
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Pest-controller jailed for black-market gun role
A former pest-controller has been jailed for possessing three stolen guns and for slashing an associate’s head with a machete in Mulgrave. Timothy Paul, 35,…
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Parking slashed
Dandenong South businesses on Fowler Rd and surrounding areas are suffering from a slash in 22 parking space as the level-crossing closure took full effect.…
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Entries close soon
Time is running out to win the journey of a lifetime! Entries close at noon on Thursday, 14 August, so don’t miss your chance to…
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Warrant for missing registered sex offender
Victoria Police have published an image of missing registered sex offender Adil Ghebrat wanted over an alleged assault on Tuesday 29 July. Police attended a…
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Sport
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Berwick’s record-breaker
Berwick co-captain Tom Brennan broke the club’s games record in Saturday’s win over Vermont, his 227th at the top level. The triple premiership player has…
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Lively Gippslander injured
Speedy Vic Country player Baia Pugh’s season appears over after she broke her collarbone on Saturday for Gippsland Power. It’s a heartbreaking setback for the…
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Bulldogs youngsters flying
Bunyip’s Under-16 side has been a shining light in 2025. The Bulldogs have gone through the season undefeated, winning 12 games and drawing one to…
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Huge Gippsland comeback
Gippsland’s girls have pulled off a stirring comeback from 21 points down at three-quarter time to run over the top of Northern Knights 7.3(45) to…
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Magnificent Magri and his team Loch up the winning prize
It was another great day for the South West Gippsland Midweek Bowling Group with 43 members of the family turning up to Loch and District…
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Pakenham progress
A Pakenham-flavoured first quarter has lifted the Warriors Youth Men to a commanding 79-63 victory over Camberwell in a do-or-die final on Saturday night. Led…
Entertainment
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Celebrate the important things
Quote from a Baha’i prayer: “O God! Refresh and gladden my spirit. Purify my heart. Illumine my powers!” It is hard to avoid witnessing the…
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What’s On
Bakhtar Community Organisation Music Classes Free induction session for our new Music Classes, designed to bring together the rich traditions of Eastern and Western music…
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Girls fire up for CFA emergency drills
Female teens from across the state were put through fire simulations and drills at CFA’s training ground at Bangholme. During the action-packed day, emergency-services members…
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Captain Doveton’s historic house still stands
To mark Dandenong Star Journal’s 160 years of publication, PHILIP SALAMA-WEST is taking a then-and-now look at the people, places and events that have formed…
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HOME is where the art is
Dandenong is sprawling with art for 14 weeks as part of the HOME 25: Invisible Cities exhibition. Sixteen artists are showcasing the stories of refugee,…
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World’s best Sandown launched with fanfare
To mark Dandenong Star Journal’s 160 years of publication, PHILIP SALAMA-WEST is taking a then-and-now look at the people, places and events that have formed…
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Reflecting on NAIDOC Week
This NAIDOC Week we celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of First Peoples. Yoorrook and truth telling have given Victorians a powerful opportunity…
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A Positive Take on Downsizing
If you are looking to Downsize and feeling overwhelmed, it is completely understandable. You have most probably lived in the same home for many years,…
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Respect, Reflect, Celebrate
Modern Australia has an Aboriginal heritage, a British foundation and a multicultural character. These three elements are what have made the Australian identity unique. When…
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Stockland Halcyon – offering financial freedom
Stockland Halcyon – offering financial freedom and secure living for over-55s in Melbourne’s South-East. Victorians over 55 years of age are increasingly seeking to unlock…
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Help End Youth Homelessness
Direct Chemist Outlet and Lighthouse Foundation Join Forces to Help End Youth Homelessness. As the holiday season draws near, the spirit of giving takes centre…
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Personalised approach
Sunrise2Sunrise is a Registered NDIS provider that does things differently. We take pride in offering professional services traditionally only provided in larger corporate Disability Support…
More News
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Support and openness on homelessness
Among the group of panellists during the Southeast Homelessness and Housing Alliance launch on Thursday, 31 July, Sharyn Ling touched on the impact of practical…
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Aussie-only steel for new Dandenong aquatic centre
Imported steel has been expressly barred from the $122 million Dandenong Wellbeing Centre project. This year, ADCO Constructions was controversially appointed by Greater Dandenong Council…
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Cranbourne man removing copper cables arrested in Mulgrave
Police from Glen Waverly have arrested a Cranbourne man who was caught removing copper cabling in Mulgrave this morning. Officers were first called to the…
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Company tax and regulation reform on the cards
A Productivity Commission (PC) proposal to change the way businesses are taxed would boost Australia’s GDP by $14 billion with no net cost to the…
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Bodybuilding, medals and a mission: Cranbourne gym owner empowers community
An owner of a Cranbourne multicultural gym has won big at a state bodybuilding championship, while continuing to build a tight-knit fitness community. Sarab Singh…
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Mental health and homelessness
The Southeast Homelessness and Housing Alliance was officially launched on Thursday, 31 July, as panellists shared their personal experiences of homelessness, mental health, housing and…