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A slice of heaven
Summer is the perfect months for Mediterranean style cooking and alfresco dining, especially when you have a pizza oven in the backyard. Pizza ovens are…
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Healthy tummies help healthy minds
The age old saying ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’ has ensured many children stay healthy and strong with a nutritious, balanced diet…
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The incredible benefits of chess in the classroom
Children who play chess might be better versed to take risks than their peers, as well as aiding their arithmetic and rational thinking. Researchers from…
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Accused ex-detainee loses bail quest
A registered child-sex offender in Dandenong last month released from immigration detention is being accused of failing to report what a judge described as “sexually…
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Drones to target landfill ‘hotspots’
The state’s pollution watchdog is set to use drones to prevent fires at landfills and waste recovery businesses over summer. EPA Victoria announced random drone…
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Four teens charged with fast-food robberies
Four boys have been charged over a series of alleged armed robberies at fast-food outlets across Melbourne’s South East. South Metro Regional Crime Squad detectives…
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Mouthy hoon confronts police
A foul-mouthed man who allegedly blocked police cars and threatened officers at two hoon hotspots in Pakenham and Springvale has been spared jail. Declan Adam…
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New pavilion for Hampton Park
Players and fans alike can rejoice with the addition of the two-storey pavilion at Robert Booth Reserve now complete. Backed by a $3 million grant…
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Local high achievers
As ATAR scores were released on Monday 11 December, Hampton Park Secondary College saw 21 graduates attain a score of 80 or above. Additionally, 87…
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Bin lid changes
Casey Council has endorsed changes to its waste management services to comply with the Victorian Kerbside Reforms during a council meeting on Tuesday 12 December.…
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Plays, posters and presents
DAVE: Righto boys, we watched our last cricket action for the year on Saturday. Jonty, kick us off mate with your best action from the…
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Summon up the love for reading
Australia’s loved audiobook narrator Stig Wymess guested Brentwood Park Primary School in Berwick on Thursday 14 December to promote reading across the summer holidays. Stig…