Latest news
Ice education program to be held in Pakenham in October
BreakThrough: Ice education for families is being delivered at Toomah Community Centre, 18 Golden Green Street, Pakenham, 4–6pm on Thursday 26 October and Thursday 2 November 2017.
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Siding Avenue, Officer is now open
The long awaited extension of Siding Avenue in Officer is now open.
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Walk to school this October
This October, local primary school students are encouraged to leave the car behind and walk, ride, scoot and skate to school to improve their health and fitness as part of VicHealth's Walk to School.
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Congratulations Richmond Football Club!
Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Brett Owen: "On behalf of Cardinia Shire Council, I would like to congratulate our AFL partner, Richmond Football Club, on its momentous win in this year’s AFL Grand Final!"
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Emerald Museum to get permanent officer
Cardinia Shire Council will employ a permanent part-time Museum Officer at the Emerald Museum to assist with the running of the facility and ensure its long-term sustainability.
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2017 Community Satisfaction survey results now available
The results of the 2017 Local Government Community Satisfaction survey are now available.
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Council refuses planning application for poker machine venue
Cardinia Shire Council last night refused a planning application for 1 Station St, Officer for the development of a hotel incorporating 80 electronic gaming machines.
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$3 million contracts awarded to improve local roads
Cardinia Shire Council has awarded contracts for approximately $3 million to improve existing sealed roads in the shire as part of the 2017-18 pavement renewal and road sealing program.
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Contractor appointed for Deep Creek building development
Cardinia Council has appointed Kirchner Constructions PL to build the Deep Creek shared-use complex in Pakenham, taking the next step towards realisation of this major community development.
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Driving growth and prosperity in South East Melbourne
The South East Melbourne initiative was launched by Premier Daniel Andrews this afternoon. Its aim is to ensure that the region is properly represented at state and national levels.
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Have your say on off-lead dog areas
Cardinia Shire residents are invited to have their say on off-lead areas for dogs as part of a regular review of designated areas and the criteria used to establish other areas in the future.
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Solar scam in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council has received reports of residents being approached by scammers who claim to be installing solar electricity systems through our Solar Savers program.
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More to enjoy at local playgrounds
Children across Cardinia Shire will soon have six upgraded playgrounds to enjoy and find adventure in.
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Two new pilot programs for seniors
Cardinia Shire Council is piloting two new programs to engage seniors in more active, social activities. ‘Blokes in the kitchen’ and ‘Walking basketball for Seniors’ will both kick off in September.
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More paths connecting local communities
Cardinia Shire Council will construct eight new footpaths as part of its 2017–18 footpath program, connecting local communities with approximately 2.5 kilometres of concrete and gravel paths.
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Cardinia Life to convert to 24/7 health club
Cardinia Shire will have a 24/7 health club at Cardinia Life in Pakenham from October, thanks to Council and facility manager Aligned Leisure.
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Become a weedbuster this September
September is weedbusting time and Friends of Emerald Lake Park are holding a range of activities to tackle weeds at home and in the community.
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Have breakfast with ‘Mr Body Language’!
Casey Cardinia Region is excited to announce salesperson extraordinaire Allan Pease as guest speaker for this September’s Business Breakfast.
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Kindergarten service providers from 2018: resolution of Council meeting on Monday 17 July
At the Council meeting on Monday 17 July, a resolution was made about kindergarten service providers in Cardinia Shire from 2018.
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Community input sought on new Beaconsfield Skate Park design
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community input to design the new Beaconsfield Skate Park at a community design workshop on Friday 21 July.
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New grants round open: Heritage Grants 2017–18
Applications are now open for Cardinia Shire Council’s Heritage Grants 2017–18.
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Community Capital Works Grants recipients 2017–18 announced
Cardinia Shire Council has presented $275,000 in funding under the Community Capital Works and Major Equipment Grants 2017–18 to 28 successful applicants at a reception at the Cardinia Cultural Centre
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Sod turned for Pakenham’s Deep Creek Reserve development
Cardinia Shire’s Deputy Mayor Cr Jodie Owen and Member for Eastern Victoria Daniel Mulino MP met to officially mark the beginning of works at the grounds for Pakenham’s Deep Creek Reserve development.
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New providers for early childhood education and care services in Cardinia Shire
From 2018, new providers will deliver early years education and care at Council-owned facilities across Cardinia Shire.
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Together we are: Making a difference in Cardinia Shire
New crime statistics have revealed an 11 per cent decrease in the rate of family violence incidents reported to police across Cardinia Shire.
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Have your say on new playgrounds for PB Ronald Reserve and Lakeside Park
Local residents are invited to have their say on new playground designs for PB Ronald Reserve and Lakeside Park in Pakenham.
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Cardinia Shire Council adopts Budget and Council Plan
At this week’s Ordinary Council Meeting, Cardinia Shire Council adopted the Budget and Council Plan for the 2017–18 financial year.
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Got any ‘spare change’?
Cardinia Shire Council is calling on local professionals to donate pre-loved, interview-appropriate clothing to its new ‘Spare Change’ program to assist local young people to prepare for interviews.
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Upcoming Richmond VFL games to be hosted in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council in partnership with Richmond Football Club and Aligned Leisure will be hosting two Richmond VFL matches at Holm Park Recreation Reserve this June and July.
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Pakenham Health Centre open for business
After many months of work, the Pakenham Health Centre is now open to clients.
