News
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Man jailed after preying on 15 year old
A 23-year-old man has been sentenced for a sexual act with a child in her grandparents’ house in the South East three years ago. He…
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Safety and security a concern after jewellery store burglary
The jewellery store burglary in Narre Warren South has left shoppers and workers in shock, asking for more powers for the centre security staff. Officers…
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Metro Tunnel gears up For full weekend of trial operations
Metro Tunnel Project will embark on another critical period of end-to-end trial operations in August, as the project gets ready to open later this year.…
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Community connection importance; councillor meet-and-greet
As the City of Casey’s councillors settle into their roles, many are still keen to reach out to their local communities, as Casuarina Ward councillor,…
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They can’t own homes? That’s a lie you’re being sold
Every week, without fail, the headlines scream: “Gen Z will never own a home.” “The dream is over.” “Housing crisis deepens.” “Cost of living has…
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Calls to unblock Casey land supply as PSP approvals stall
As growth area development plan approvals have slowed in recent years, Casey Council and developers are concerned that reduced land supply has impacted housing affordability,…
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Casey mum objects to ‘unreasonable complainant’ status
A Casey ratepayer was shocked to learn that she has been placed under an Unreasonable Complainant Conduct (UCC) Register after sending no more than five…
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Fed Uni’s Berwick open day coming soon
Federation University’s open day is set to begin as the Berwick campus offers tours, live music, interactive information sessions, free food and family entertainment. To…
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Warnings for e-bike users
Victoria Police is launching a new road policing enforcement effort targeting reckless e-bike riders. Operation Consider, will commence today (Wednesday 6 August), involving police members…
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Sport
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Berwick, Noble Park lose to Rowville, Vermont respectively
Berwick fell heartbreakingly short of a stirring comeback against Rowville on Saturday at Seebeck Oval. The Hawks held on 13.12(90) to 12.14(86), having led by…
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Bombers on the charge
Emerald has a laser-focused sight on a double-chance as the Bombers comfortably knocked off ROC at Rob Porter Reserve in round 15 of the Outer…
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Beaconsfield bank another important win on road to finals
Beaconsfield made it back-to-back wins on Saturday beating Norwood 12.21(93) to 4.5(29). Led by Charlie Muley’s four goals and Josh Mounter’s best-afield showing, the win,…
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Rovers send reminder on eve of real stuff
The premiership cup has not yet been lifted but the passing of the baton has already taken place in Outer East Women’s Division 1 football.…
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Berwick’s Neal in hot form
Berwick’s Jai Neal has emerged as one of the most dangerous emerging talents in Eastern Football Netball League’s Premier Division this season. Playing in the…
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Cannons fall short for first time in 2025
Casey Hockey Club’s formidable Men’s Vic League (MVL2) side lost its first game of the entire season last weekend in a top-of-the-table clash against Werribee,…
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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Six people in hospital after Cranbourne collision
Six people, two of whom are children, were taken to the hospital after a serious collision in Cranbourne on the night of Tuesday, 5 August.…
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Casey Central jewellery theft
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a jewellery store in Narre Warren South’s Casey Central Shopping Centre on 6 August. Officers were called to…
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Ex-AFL coach no fan of Casey Fields
The tyranny of distance – it’s why Casey Council is calling for the AFL to bring more elite footy closer to its suburban fans in…
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Casey’s housing crunch, by the numbers
The City of Casey is estimated to have roughly 409 people experiencing homelessness, according to the Social Justice Stocktake report from the Salvation Army. The…
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Homelessness beyond city streets
The effects of homelessness stretch far beyond the brick walls of urban cities and the sprawl of suburban homes, as Jack Dinkgreve from Parks Victoria…
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Narre Warren among suburbs searched as hoons arrested
Narre Warren was among a number of suburbs searched in early June, following police charging three people as part of an alleged hoon motorcyclist group…