Tag: News
Proud in their purple wear
By Aneeka Simonis
STUDENTS at Emerald Secondary College took part in a special LGBTI pride event on 16 August.
Before school got started on Friday,...
Learner did 171km/h
By Aneeka Simonis
A PAKENHAM daredevil went from travelling at 171km/h on her motorbike to a complete stop after being intercepted by police.
The 21-year-old...
Fire safety film finalist
By Alana Mitchelson
BERWICK Primary is one of nine schools across the state to be named a finalist in a statewide student fire safety film...
Stiletto salesman steps up
By Alana Mitchelson
A PAKENHAM auctioneer wore towering stiletto heels during an auction over the weekend to raise awareness for the upcoming Walk a Mile...
Balloon goes up for business Shark
By Alana Mitchelson
NAOMI Simson sets an example for anyone with a strong passion for a new concept to launch their own business - even...
Schoolgirl’s crossing into politics
By Aneeka Simonis
COURAGEOUS and thoughtful are two words that would aptly describe this special nine-year-old.
She’s worked hard to make sure her school is a...
Blackwood murder committal hearing in 2017
By Aneeka Simonis
REMOTE witness facilities will be used to hear evidence from additional witnesses prepared to testify in the Kylie Blackwood murder case.
Scott Alan...
Parade strikes a White Ribbon note
PAKENHAM’s inaugural Op Shop Fashion Parade raised awareness for the quality of second-hand garments at thrift shops and acknowledged the hard work of unsung...
Wild West Gate ride for outlaw Jesse James
By Cam Lucadou-Wells
A DRIVER accused of reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h on the M1 as he fled from police has been refused...
Gifts to warm the heart
By Alana Mitchelson
A PAKENHAM kindergarten has donated handmade woollen winter garments to those less fortunate in the community.
Pakenham Springs Children’s Centre has led its...
Bargain fashion wear on parade
By Alana Mitchelson
BARGAIN frocks, suits and formal wear were showcased at Pakenham’s inaugural Op Shop Fashion Parade last week.
Prominent members of the Pakenham community...
Seniors hold AGM
PAKENHAM Senior Citizen’s Centre members wish Patricia Borg, Nancy Price, Betty Broderick, Bette Billing, Harry Crick and Ivy Meeds a very happy birthday.
The club...