Latest news
Cardinia Shire Celebrating NAIDOC Week 2025
It’s NAIDOC Week this week and the Cardinia Shire community is invited to celebrate by connecting with Country and community at the Cardinia Cultural Centre in Pakenham.
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Street lighting upgrades planned for Beaconsfield and Garfield
Decorative street light fittings in Beaconsfield and Garfield will be replaced with energy efficient LED light fittings as part of a staged mercury vapour street light replacement program.
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Delivered ‘Differently’: Building more sustainable local roads
More than 400 trees and over $1 million of ratepayers’ money has been saved due to the innovative design, construction strategy, investigations and survey practices used on two road sealing projects.
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Nominate a young person for Cardinia Shire's Good Choice Awards
Nominations are now open for the Cardinia Shire Council's annual Good Choice Awards.
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2025/26 Arts Grants spark creative possibilities
Council is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2025/26 Arts Grants, celebrating a diverse array of initiatives that underscore council's commitment to fostering creativity and cultural heritage
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Power Up Your Savings with Home Energy and Water Efficiency Kits
Residents of Cardinia Shire can now take practical steps towards reducing household energy costs and environmental impacts with the help of free Home Energy and Water Efficiency Kits.
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Youth Basketball Program inspires students to socialise and shine on the court
Cardinia Shire Council teamed up with Standout Basketball to host a basketball program, offering students a positive way to connect with peers and build meaningful relationships.
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Expressions of Interest (EOI) open: Future tenant sought for Emerald Lake Park Precinct’s ‘display building’
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking Expressions of Interest for the future tenancy of the ‘display building’ at Emerald Lake Park Precinct, previously tenanted by the Model Railway operator.
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Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund update
Statement from Cardinia Shire Mayor, Cr Jack Kowarzik
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Council reminds residents to ensure their pool or spa safety barrier is compliant
Cardinia Shire Council reminds residents who have a pool or spa that they’re required to have the safety barrier inspected every four years and lodge their inspection certificate with Council.
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Get ready for fun these winter school holidays
Cardinia Shire Council is excited to announce a fantastic lineup of activities for families and young people during the July school holidays.
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Fire in toilet at Cardinia Life
Cardinia Life was evacuated at around 8.30pm last night following a fire in the women’s toilets.
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Fusion Festival showcases vibrant community spirit and rich cultural diversity
The Cardinia Shire Fusion Festival, held on Friday, 20 June, at the Cardinia Cultural Centre, was a resounding success.
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Cardinia Cultural Centre Winter-Spring Season kicks off with a bang!
The energy was vibrant and electric on the evening of Thursday 12 June, to celebrate the launch of the Winter-Spring season at Cardinia Cultural Centre (CCC).
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Cardinia Shire Council adopts 2025–26 Budget
Cardinia Shire Council adopted its 2025–26 Budget and Capital Works Program at the Council meeting on Monday 16 June.
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New Arts and Culture Reference Group announced for Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council is pleased to announce the formation of the new Arts and Culture Reference Group.
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Planning scheme amendment progressed by Council to reimagine iconic pottery site in Officer
Council has supported a recommendation to progress the consideration of Planning Scheme Amendment C282card and associated planning permit proposal, for the James Hicks pottery site in Officer.
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Council sets record straight on Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund position
Statement from Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Jack Kowarzik.
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New tourism partnership endorsed
Yarra Ranges Council has partnered with Cardinia and Nillumbik councils to create a new Visitor Economy Partnership, spreading tourism funding and initiatives across the outer-east.
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Pakenham Golf Course update – 12 June 2025
Thank you to the organisers of the community meeting last night for having us along to hear their discussions about the Pakenham Golf Course.
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Get excited for Council’s new Recycling Drive and Drop event!
Residents can drop off their e-waste, polystyrene, soft plastics, textiles and excess cardboard for FREE at the upcoming Recycling Drive and Drop event!
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Feedback open on the future use of 1 Halford Street, Upper Beaconsfield
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest and feedback from residents, community groups, and local businesses on the future use of the land at 1 Halford Street, Upper Beaconsfield.
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Volunteers invited to join Cardinia Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee
We’re calling on passionate and committed community volunteers to join our Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee to represent the interests of people with disability in Cardinia Shire.
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Get expert advice on managing your bills
Southeast Community Links (SECL), with support from Cardinia Shire Council is hosting a Bring Your Bills Day event.
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Pakenham Golf Course update – 2 June 2025
Council continues to investigate its options for the future use of the Pakenham Golf Course, with an external contractor currently engaged to undertake a feasibility study for the site.
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Celebrating the superpower of community at Fusion Festival 2025
The Cardinia Shire community is invited to join the 2025 Fusion Festival celebrations in honour of World Refugee Week.
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Expressions of interest open for 2025 carols by candlelight event management
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest from local community groups to plan and coordinate the 2025 community carols by candlelight.
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Door knocking for pet registration begins soon
From Saturday 7 June, licensed Regi-Check ambassadors will be door knocking households in Cardinia Shire to educate residents on the importance and benefits of registering their pets.
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$220k for Upper Beaconsfield Community Complex energy resilience hub
Upper Beaconsfield Community Complex is set to receive $220,000 as a major grant recipient of AusNet’s Energy Resilience Community Fund.
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Call for community volunteers to join Emerald Museum’s Community Asset Committee
Emerald Museum is seeking community volunteers to become members of its Community Asset Committee.
