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Local schools and kinders closed due to fire rating

Due to the extreme fire danger rating on Tuesday 3 and Wednesday 4 February 2026, the Department of Education has closed eight schools, kindergartens and early learning centers.

Our 2026 Cardinia Shire Australia Day Award Winners!

We're proud to announce and celebrate the nominees and winners of the Cardinia Shire Australia Day Awards.

Pakenham Lakeside fountain | Pakenham

From Monday 2 February 2026, the fountain at Pakenham Lakeside will be temporarily turned off.

Cardinia Shire’s Gardens for Wildlife program is back and better than ever!

Sign up online now for this free program and get a voucher for six free plants to kickstart your own wildlife-friendly garden this season!

Building a better Pakenham

Construction is underway on Stage 1 of the Pakenham Revitalisation project. Stay up-to-date!

New Road Management Plan endorsed

The Road Management Plan outlines how we’ll maintain our local infrastructure over the next 4 years.

Major projects, upgrades and disruptions

Find out more about the projects underway around the shire

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Celebrating our 2026 Cardinia Shire Australia Day Award Winners!
Local schools and kinders closed due to fire rating
Explore jobs, skills and career pathway opportunities at the 2026 Job and Skills Showcase

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What's On

Cockatoo Country Market

7th February 2026
Yakkerboo Festival

14th February 2026
VALENTINES AT MOUNT BURNETT OBSERVATORY

14th February 2026

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