News
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Casey’s surplus dips, but debt-free future ahead
The City of Casey has posted a $139.7 million surplus for 2024/25, down almost 18 per cent on last year, with councillors saying the municipality…
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Casey’s quarterly report endorsed
The quarterly report that completed 35 actions in the City of Casey was unanimously passed during the September council meeting, with councillors reflecting on the…
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Councillors back Doveton kids pool
The City of Casey has endorsed a $5.5 million investment for an expansion of the Doveton Pool in the Park, siding with residents’ calls despite…
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Powering down business energy bills
The City of Casey is offering a range of free sustainability initiatives to help local businesses cut their energy costs and reduce emissions. In a…
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Racism triggers local alarm
Councils in Melbourne’s outer east have moved a step closer to defending reconciliation and cultural inclusion, following far-right rallies, a violent clash at a Melbourne…
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Tyre-shop owner jailed for crophouse
A struggling tyre-shop owner who tended a large “sophisticated” crop of cannabis in his Eumemmerring house and granny-flat has been jailed. Fadil Bedjeti, 41, pleaded…
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Levy not massive but timing severe, expert says
As the new emergency services levy settles in, an expert says the severity of its impact stems from the already-existing cost-of-living constraints and declining confidence…
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Narre and Berwick supermarkets targeted in string of armed robberies
Southern Metro Crime Squad detectives are investigating a series of armed robberies and attempted armed robberies in Melbourne’s Southeast, including an IGA in Narre Warren…
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Step it up this Walktober
This October, the City of Casey is encouraging residents to lace up their walking shoes and tackle some steps toward better health and wellbeing. As…
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Sport
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Daring Dalton immortalises season with league medal
What a four days it was for superstar Hallam midfielder Zach Dalton last week. On Saturday he booted two goals on grand final day en…
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Flag party for brave Burras
Warburton Millgrove snatched the Outer East Division 1 flag from the jaws of defeat in Saturday’s grand final against Seville. Trailing for most of the…
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Consistent King takes home best on ground honours
Saturday was a day to remember for Hampton Park ruck Jye King after he won his first ever senior premiership along with the best on…
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Heartbreaking defeat for Cannons in decider
Casey Hockey Club fell short at the final hurdle of the season, going down to Werribee in the Men’s Vic League (MVL2) grand final 8-7.…
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Redbacks exorcise Demons
Hampton Park achieved its ultimate goal on Saturday – destroyed Chelsea Heights in a clinical fourth term – booting nine goals to two to win…
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Eagles premiership delight
Powerhouse junior pathway club Beaconsfield took out the Under-19.5s premiership on Sunday. The Eagles stunned Park Orchards, which has been the benchmark all season and…
Entertainment
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Connection creates happiness
The importance of human connection is grounded in evolutionary biology. A meaning life must be found in the here and now — in the experiences…
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Finding common ground
The Interfaith Network is about creating spaces where people are seen, heard, and embraced for who they are, no matter their faith background. It’s about…
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Inara’s art of generosity
Two decades ago, Inara Taylor gifted a popular art show to Noble Park. Now the 82-year-old Traralgon-based painter is bearing more gifts to help raise…
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3D animations light up world fare
A unique 3D-dining experience is lighting up tables at Hyatt Place in Caribbean Park, Scoresby. In an exclusive Victorian season, Le Petit Chef & Friends…
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Poem for peace
May I invite you to reflect with me … and may our hearts be in shared humanity, let us pause for a sacred moment of…
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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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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…
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Green wins, jobs and infrastructure push; Casey meets targets
All 35 actions in the City of Casey’s Annual Action Plan were completed, which involved trees being planted, playgrounds being refurbished, and developments in community…
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Narre Warren South man caught travelling at 225km/h
A Narre Warren South motorcyclist has had his bike impounded after being caught travelling at the alleged speed of 225km/h. The 22-year-old rider was caught…
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Dandenong woman charged over alleged underwear stash
A Dandenong woman has been charged with trafficking after being allegedly caught hiding heroin and methamphetamine in her underwear. Public Order Response Team officers noticed…
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Physio jailed for NDIS client sex
A Dandenong physiotherapist who initiated sex with a vulnerable NDIS client has been jailed. Ryan Nugara, 35, pleaded guilty at the Victorian County Court to…
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Slug-gate case dismissed
I Cook Foods director Ian Cook has vowed to fight on, after his lawsuit against Greater Dandenong Council was summarily dismissed by a Victorian Supreme…
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‘Underfunded’ bus boost call
A Dandenong-based group is calling for a major boost to bus services, which it says are underfunded compared to other Australian states. FixDandyBuses seized on…