Latest news
COVID-19 community survey to inform Council recovery support and planning
The community of Cardinia Shire is encouraged to provide their feedback on their latest experience of COVID-19 and their thoughts on the future.
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Youth survey now open
Young people in Cardinia Shire are encouraged to take part in this year’s online youth survey.
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Play and discover at the Hills Hub!
The Hills Hub, together with the Emerald Library, is excited to host a free ‘Play and Discovery’ morning for local families on Wednesday 14 April.
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Hop on down to Emerald Lake Precinct for free chocolate eggs this Easter
The community is encouraged to have an ‘eggcellent’ Easter at Emerald Lake Precinct, with a free chocolate Easter egg giveaway for anyone using selected facilities.
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Have your say on plan to develop ‘wildlife corridors’ across Cardinia Shire
Be part of a plan that will save wildlife, increase vegetation, improve waterways and help set environmental priorities for the next decade, through Council’s draft Biolink Plan consultation.
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Lake Side Sounds - the final countdown!
Lake Side Sounds is gearing up for its grand finale this Sunday 28 March with performances from local musicians Hannah Schmidli and James Franklin.
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New ‘keys’ improve community accessibility
Four customised accessibility guides designed for people with disability in Cardinia Shire are now available online.
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Young people invited to name new youth centre in Pakenham
Cardinia Shire Council is inviting local young people to provide feedback on the name for the new youth centre in Pakenham.
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Lake Side Sounds continues to celebrate local performers
Lake Side Sounds continues this weekend with virtual performances from local musicians Clint Wilson and The Velvet Valley and Caity Henryk.
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Nominations for the 2021 Stan Henwood Award closing soon!
Community members are reminded that nominations are closing soon for Cardinia Shire Council’s annual Stan Henwood Award.
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Arts and Culture Small Change Grants Program are now open
Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging artists and arts groups to apply for the Arts and Culture Small Change Grant for 2021.
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Applications open for Cardinia Community Leadership Program
Applications are open for the 2021 Cardinia Community Leadership Program.
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Lang Lang Pavilion and Reserve officially open
Cardinia Shire Council officially opened the Lang Lang Pavilion and Reserve last night.
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Latest edition of Connect out now!
The latest edition of Connect magazine is on its way to letterboxes across Cardinia Shire.
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Aboriginal and CALD Sports Assistance Program is now open
Cardinia Shire Council’s Aboriginal and CALD Sports Assistance Program is now open.
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Council’s free waste drop-off events are back for 2021!
Cardinia Shire Council’s free waste drop-off events, including green waste drop-off, drumMUSTER and Detox Your Home, are back for 2021.
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The all-new force tackling kerbside waste in Cardinia Shire
There’s an all-new force tackling kerbside waste in Cardinia Shire!
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Lake Side Sounds is almost here!
There’s just over one week to go until the Cardinia Civic Concert Band takes to the virtual stage for this year’s first Lake Side Sounds event on Sunday 14 March!
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Pop-up outdoor dining support extended
An innovative pop-up outdoor dining program backed by the Victorian Government and Cardinia Shire Council is set to be extended.
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Mobile March is back for 2021!
Mobile March kicked off this week as primary school students across Cardinia Shire are encouraged to be active when travelling to school this month.
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Apply now to join Council’s Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Advisory Group
Community members are encouraged to apply to join Council’s 2021 Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Advisory Group.
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Lake Side Sounds is back and online!
Lake Side Sounds is heading online this March with a line-up of incredible local performers set to take the virtual stage.
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Changes to COVID-19 restrictions
The Victorian Government has announced the easing of COVID-19 restrictions from 11:59pm tonight, Friday 26 February.
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Show some local love and win $100
Cardinia Shire Council is throwing its support behind outdoor dining with a new promotion to showcase local venues.
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2021-22 Festival and Event Grant Program and Community Wellbeing and Support Grant Program applications closing soon!
Residents and community groups are reminded to submit their applications for Council’s 2021-22 festival and event or community wellbeing and support grants before 5pm Friday 12 March.
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New and improved compost corner at Deep Creek Reserve
Next time you visit Pakenham’s Deep Creek Reserve be sure to check out the new and improved compost corner!
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Don’t miss out – have your say on the People’s Panel survey
The deadline is fast approaching to have your say on the future of our shire as part of round 2 in the Imagine Cardinia consultation.
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Clean Up Australia Day
Cardinia Shire residents, businesses and schools are encouraged to sign up for this year’s Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday 7 March 2021.
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Council takes a strong stance towards a safer Cardinia
Community safety continues to be a leading priority for Cardinia Shire Council.
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Timbertop Early Learning Centre a step closer
A new early learning centre in Officer is a step closer, after Council approved a planning permit and awarded the construction tender.