Father’s ‘apalling behaviour’ condemned
By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS
A MARYKNOLL man has been condemned by a magistrate for “appalling behaviour“ after deliberately smashing a TV in front of his pre-school...
Lie on the roadside
By CAM LUCADOU-WELLS
A PAKENHAM woman has pleaded guilty to making a false statement to police that her housemate had been drink-driving.
Sally Long, 37, and...
Chaos over train delays
By DANI ROTHWELL
COMMUTERS have had a tough few days on the Pakenham line, with noticeable delays since Thursday.
Major delays were experienced across the...
Crime has a chilling edge
By ANEEKA SIMONIS
VIOLENT crime and family violence are being fuelled by increasing access to drugs on Cardinia Shire streets, according to police.
In the past...
A voice for victims
By ANEEKA SIMONIS
VICTIMS of sexual assault can confront their attackers or estranged family members during mediated sessions offered by a local victim support provider.
The...
Get with the new retail ‘click’
By GARRY HOWE
RETAIL veteran Bernie Brooks did not have to look past the front door of his home for an example of what he...
Help bring Jordan home
By ANEEKA SIMONIS
A TEEN known to frequent the Pakenham area has been missing for almost a month according to police who are...
Captain Koala makes little Jacob’s day
By ANEEKA SIMONIS
SICK Pakenham child Jacob Boyd, who spends hours on end watching Fireman Sam, got a very special visit by his...
Best mate pooches
By DANI ROTHWELL
KERRY Henshaw is the proud owner of a seven year old black Labrador, Ted, and a 10 month old tri-colour King Charles...
Sweet treat for nature lovers
By ANEEKA SIMONIS
BERWICK nature group held a charity morning tea last week.
Friends of Wilson Botanic Park hosted a Biggest Morning Tea event...
Grandparents on the books
By Aneeka Simonis
DRESSED to impress, Pakenham Hills Primary School students enjoyed a day dressed in fantasy gear in celebration of book fair.
Some came as...
Grants give a sporting chance
By DANI ROTHWELL
YOUNG athletes can apply for grants of $500 to help with the costs of competing in state and national events.
Young...
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Getting a buzz out of bees
Nearly two-thirds of Australia’s agricultural production benefits from bee pollination. Beyond using bees in food production, a growing number of locals are sharing their...
