News and events news
Bookings open for Summer 2018-19 Teenage School Holiday Program
Bookings are now open for our Summer 2019 Teenage School Holiday Program events.
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Community elves to the rescue for Christmas hamper drive
This week community volunteers, organisations and Cardinia Shire Council delivered around 400 Christmas hampers to vulnerable people and families across our shire.
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Mayor’s message – Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
As we enter the festive season and 2018 comes to an end, we are reminded of what is most important in life – family, friends, health and wellbeing, and our community.
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Christmas in Cardinia is on again!
Cardinia Shire Council is excited to once again be welcoming Richmond Football Club to Holm Park Recreation Reserve, Beaconsfield on Tuesday 18 December to celebrate Christmas in Cardinia!
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2018 Christmas hamper program
Following the closure of The 4Cs Crisis Relief Centre on Friday (30 November), Cardinia Shire Council has partnered with local organisations to coordinate the 2018 Christmas hamper program.
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Cardinia Shire community recognised nationally again!
Family violence reduction project, Together We Can, today received a gold award in the community-led category of the 2018 Australian Crime and Violence Prevention Awards (ACVPA).
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Council increases support of 4Cs
Cardinia Shire Council last night announced a commitment to provide additional emergency funding to the 4Cs Crisis Relief Centre in an effort to keep the centre operational beyond Christmas this year.
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Rates update
Cardinia Shire Council has adopted new rates in the dollar to realign its total rate revenue to meet the Victorian Government’s 2.25 per cent rate cap.
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Change to Neighbourhood Safer Place – Bushfire Place of Last Resort for the Emerald community
The Country Fire Authority (CFA)-declared Fire Danger Period (FDP) for Cardinia Shire started on Monday 19 November 2018 and will remain in force until 1am on 1 May 2019, unless revoked earlier.
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Nominations closing soon: Cardinia Shire’s Australia Day Awards 2019
Nominations for the Australia Day Awards 2019 close next Sunday 25 November 2019.
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2018 White Ribbon Day walk
Cardinia Shire community groups, with support from Cardinia Shire Council, will be holding the 2018 White Ribbon Day walk.
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Cardinia Shire’s new Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected for 2018–19
Port Ward Councillor Cr Graeme Moore was elected Mayor of Cardinia Shire at Council’s Annual Statutory Meeting on Monday 12 November.
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Have your say on the draft Gembrook Leisure Park Master Plan
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking feedback on the draft Gembrook Leisure Park Master Plan until 9am, Monday 26 November 2018.
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Cardinia Shire Multicultural Forum 2018
Cardinia Shire Council’s Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Advisory Committee will be hosting the inaugural Cardinia Shire Multicultural Forum.
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Final 2018 business breakfast with a man worth his salt
Businesses are invited to join Australia’s leading demographer Bernard Salt this November at Casey Cardinia Region’s final Business Breakfast for 2018.
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FREE Green waste drop-off days are coming!
Cardinia Shire Council’s free green waste drop-off weekends will be held 16–19 November at Lysterfield Resource Recovery Centre and 23–26 November at Pakenham Resource Recovery Centre.
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Awards celebrate the best in local business
The winners of the 2018 Casey Cardinia Business Awards (CCBA) have been announced, with a local building company bringing home the top gong this year.
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Applications now open for 2019–20 Beautification Grants
Applications are open for Cardinia Shire Council’s 2019–20 Beautification Grants, providing community groups and individuals with funds for landscape enhancement projects on public open space areas.
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Have your say: draft Social and Affordable Housing Strategy
Cardinia Shire Council’s draft Social and Affordable Housing Strategy is currently on exhibition for public comment.
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Upcoming information sessions for Community Capital Works Grants 2019–20
Cardinia Shire Council will be hosting two information sessions to assist local community groups to prepare their applications for the 2019–20 Community Capital Works Grants.
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Cardinia Shire Youth Council 2019 applications closing soon
Applications for the Cardinia Shire Youth Council 2019 are closing soon. To enable applicants to finalise their applications, the deadline has been extended to 5pm, Friday 2 November 2018.
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Tender awarded: Officer Recreation Reserve Oval Realignment
The realignment project for the western oval at Officer Recreation Reserve has moved ahead with Cardinia Shire Council recently awarding a tender for construction work.
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Tender awarded: Design services for Comely Banks Sports Pavilion
A new sports pavilion at Comely Banks Recreation Reserve is a step closer with the appointment of a principal architect to provide design services.
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Seniors Festival: Cardinia Shire Ageing Well newsletter launched
Over 200 guests celebrated Seniors Festival with Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Collin Ross and fellow Councillors at the Cardinia Cultural Centre today.
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Hard and bundled green waste collection commencing soon
Cardinia Shire Council’s residential hard and bundled green waste collection starts in Zone 1 on Monday 29 October 2018.
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Discount Mobile Cat Desexing coming to Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire residents are invited to book their cats in for desexing at a mobile pet care van visiting Cardinia Shire on Wednesday 14 and Thursday 15 November 2018.
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Stepping up this October for Walk to School 2018
Primary schools across Cardinia Shire are stepping up to the challenge of walking, riding, skating and scooting to school as much as possible this October for Walk to School 2018.
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Entries now open for Cardinia Cultural Centre's first Youth Arts Exhibition
Entries into Cardinia Cultural Centre’s first Youth Arts Exhibition are now open.
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Cardinia Shire Council welcomes new CEO Carol Jeffs
Ms Carol Jeffs today commenced her appointment as Chief Executive Officer of Cardinia Shire Council.
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Have your say: Draft Amendment C244 Pakenham Parking Precinct Plan
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community comment on a proposal to improve parking in the Pakenham Activity Centre.
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Protecting habitat for the Southern Brown Bandicoot
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed planning scheme amendment to protect and enhance habitat for Southern Brown Bandicoots in Tynong, Garfield and Bunyip.
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Council seeking feedback on change to meeting procedure local law
Council is seeking feedback from the community on a proposed amendment to Council’s Meeting Procedure Local Law.
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Australia Day Awards 2019: Nominate now!
Cardinia Shire community members are invited to recognise outstanding local people and community events by nominating them for the 2019 Australia Day Awards.
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Have your say on Cardinia Shire’s first community food strategy
Community members are invited to give their feedback on the draft Community Food Strategy and Action Plan 2018–26, the first of its kind for Cardinia Shire.
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Applications for Christmas decoration funding grants now open
Community groups and organisations in Cardinia Shire are eligible to apply for funding of up to $2000 to purchase Christmas decorations for display in the local community.
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Cardinia Shire children heard loud and clear at Student Leaders Conference
More than 100 students from 17 Cardinia Shire primary schools took part in Council’s first-ever Student Leaders Conference at Pakenham Hall on Wednesday 12 September 2018.
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New car park nearing completion at IYU Recreation Reserve
Construction and sealing of the entrance road, car park and associated access roads at the IYU Recreation Reserve is almost complete.
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Tangible improvements for accessible footpaths
Cardinia Shire Council repairs, replaces and installs new tactile ground surface indicators in footpaths across our shire, which help people with full or partial vision impairment.
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Works to commence on Bridge Road duplication
Cardinia Shire Council will soon start work on a $1.1m project to widen Bridge Road, Officer.
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Stage 2 to commence at James Bathe Recreation Reserve
Stage 2 development works to construct a new pavilion at James Bathe Recreation Reserve, located at 67 Caversham Drive in Pakenham, will commence next month.
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Don’t ‘leaf’ it too late to add your significant tree
The Cardinia Shire community is reminded that nominations to Council’s new Significant Tree Register close on Tuesday 18 September 2018.
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Tiger Talk – Richmond CEO Brendon Gale to feature at next Casey Cardinia Business Breakfast
Brendon Gale, CEO of Richmond Football Club will be guest speaker at the next Casey Cardinia Business Breakfast.
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Have your say – Officer District Reserve Masterplan
Cardinia Shire Council’s draft Officer District Reserve Masterplan is currently on exhibition for public comment.
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Let’s get funded: Vote for ‘Pick my project’ ideas now
Cardinia Shire residents are encouraged to vote for local project ideas to be funded under the Victorian Government’s ‘Pick My Project’ grants program.
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Cardinia Shire Council welcomes funding for new Together We Can program
Cardinia Shire Council last week welcomed $75,000 in funding support from the Victorian Government’s Local Government Free from Violence grants for Together We Can’s new Business Solutions program.
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Rates help desks in Emerald and Koo Wee Rup
Council will be hosting 2 pop-up rates help desks in Emerald and Koo Wee Rup so residents can pay rates in person or ask general rates questions.
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Say ‘Boo’ to the Flu with a free flu vaccine
Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging its community to say ‘boo’ to the flu!
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Consultation open: Proposed closure of Pakenham intersection
Cardinia Shire Council is welcoming community feedback on the proposed closure of the intersection at Railway Avenue and Racecourse Road, Pakenham.
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Protecting and preserving Pakenham’s heritage places
Cardinia Shire Council is taking steps to protect and preserve Pakenham’s heritage places through the Cardinia Planning Scheme Amendment C242 Pakenham Activity Centre Heritage Overlay.
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Consultation closing soon: Help improve Emerald Lake Park Precinct
Community consultation on the development of Emerald Lake Park precinct’s next five-year strategic plan is closing soon.
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Cardinia Shire Council has made the 2018 AFR Most Innovative Companies List
Today, Cardinia Shire Council was honoured to be recognised as one of Australia and New Zealand’s Most Innovative Companies.
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White Ribbon Night luncheon renews commitment
Cardinia Shire Council, Outlook and the community observed #WhiteRibbonNight yesterday at a lunch-time event calling for people to stand up, speak out and stop men’s violence against women.
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Community Capital Works Grants recipients 2018–19 announced
Cardinia Shire Council has presented $178,000 in funding under the Community Capital Works Grants 2018–19 to 18 successful applicants at a reception at the Cardinia Cultural Centre.
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Last chance to have your say on the Cardinia Planning Scheme review
Community consultation for feedback on the draft review of the Cardinia Planning Scheme closes 5pm, Friday 17 August 2018.
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Celebrate National Tree Day 29 July: Nominate a significant tree
Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Collin Ross is encouraging the community to celebrate National Tree Day on Sunday 29 July by nominating a tree of significance to Council’s Significant Tree Register.
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Book now to attend the Emerald Lake Park precinct consultation forum
Bookings are still open for the community barbecue and consultation forum on Saturday 4 August to prepare for the next Emerald Lake Park precinct 5-year strategic plan.
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Planning for our children’s future
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community participation in a survey to help plan for the future provision of Kindergarten and Maternal and Child Health Services.
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Delayed road sealing works along Kenilworth Avenue, Beaconsfield
Council is aware of the growing community dissatisfaction with the state of Kenilworth Avenue, Beaconsfield and shares in the frustration.
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New CEO appointed - Ms Carol Jeffs
Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Collin Ross today announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer, Ms Carol Jeffs.
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Works underway at James Bathe Recreation Reserve
Stage 1 works for the major development at James Bathe Recreation Reserve, located off Caversham Drive in Pakenham, are now underway.
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Have Your Say: Cardinia Planning Scheme Review
Cardinia Shire Council’s draft review of the Cardinia Planning Scheme is currently on exhibition for public comment.
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Help shape the future of Emerald Lake Park precinct
Cardinia Shire Council is inviting the community to provide input into the development of a 5-year strategic plan for the Emerald Lake Park precinct.
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Have Your Say: O’Neil Road Recreation Reserve Draft Masterplan
Throughout July, Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community feedback on the draft Master Plan for O’Neil Road Recreation Reserve.
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Cardinia Shire welcomes Richmond VFL again for battle against North Melbourne
Cardinia Shire Council in partnership with Richmond Football Club and Aligned Leisure will again be hosting the Richmond VFL team at Holm Park Recreation Reserve this July.
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Cardinia Shire Council’s innovative approach recognised
Cardinia Shire Council was acknowledged at the biennial Sir Rupert Hamer Records Management Awards in May for its innovative and cost-saving approach to modern records management in local government.
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Congratulations and thanks for volunteers and 2018 Stan Henwood Award winner
Cardinia Shire Council and community celebrated local volunteers and 2018 Stan Henwood Award winner Eric Bumpstead at this year’s annual volunteer reception in May.
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Weeding out pest plants in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council is calling on the community this June to help weed out pest plants with its review of the Cardinia Shire Pest Plant Management Strategy.
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Applications due 29 June: First round 2019 Kindergarten offers
Any new 2019 kindergarten enrolments or changes to your preferences need to be submitted to Council’s Central Enrolment System by Friday 29 June to ensure you are eligible for first round offers.
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Growing a register of significant trees in Cardinia Shire
Council is seeking community input to help grow a record of significant trees in Cardinia Shire with the shire’s first Significant Tree Register.
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Defibrillator training for Pakenham Library and U3A
Cardinia Shire Central Ward Cr Carol Ryan joined Pakenham Library staff and U3A Pakenham members as they learnt how to use the defibrillator for their premises recently.
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Have your say on the future of the Neighbourhood House in Cockatoo
Community ideas and feedback are being sought to develop a new operating model for a neighbourhood house in Cockatoo and ensure programs and services will serve the needs of the community.
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Conservation conversations, say that three times fast!
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community input at two community workshops this June to address biodiversity conservation and pest plant management.
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Cardinia motor sport precinct a step closer
Plans for a world-class motor sport precinct in Cardinia Shire moved a step closer with Council signing a heads of agreement for the sale and development of land in McGregor Rd, Pakenham.
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Kindergarten: Enrol by 29 June 2018 for first round offers
To be eligible for first round kindergarten offers, enrolment applications and changes are due by 5pm, Friday 29 June 2018.
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Toward Reconciliation - National Sorry Day and Reconciliation Week 2018
Cardinia Shire Council acknowledges National Sorry Day on Saturday 26 May and reflects on the continued efforts toward reconciliation this Reconciliation Week from Sunday 27 May to Sunday 3 June.
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New grants round open: Heritage Grants 2018–19
Applications are now open for Cardinia Shire Council’s Heritage Grants 2018–19, providing funding up to $5,000 to repair or conserve places of heritage significance.
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Improved path network for Rix Road, Officer
Cardinia Shire Council has completed the construction of a temporary pathway along Rix Road, Officer connecting the existing Rix Road and Bridge Road pathway networks.
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Cardinia Shire Youth Councillors test their debating skills
Eight of Cardinia Shire’s Youth Councillors practised their debating skills at Council Chambers on Wednesday 9 May.
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Cardinia Shire’s Community emergency resilience forum a success
Over 80 people attended Cardinia Shire’s Community emergency resilience forum earlier this week to focus on promoting resilience building and community preparation for emergencies.
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First Business Breakfast for 2018 – Wednesday 23 May
Local business operators will be inspired to be adventurous at the first Casey Cardinia business breakfast for 2018 on Wednesday 23 May.
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Cardinia Shire’s first Food Security Survey underway
Cardinia Shire Council and the Cardinia Food Movement in partnership with Monash University have this week issued over 2,000 Food Security Surveys to households across Cardinia Shire.
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Bayles Regional Primary School walks the talk
Cardinia Leisure today presented Bayles Regional Primary School with the Mobile March trophy for being the most active school in this year’s campaign.
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Cardinia Cultural Centre redevelopment commencing soon
Cardinia Shire Council will soon commence construction work on the $8.9 million project to upgrade the Cardinia Cultural Centre in Pakenham.
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Richmond VFL games and interleague matches come to Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council in partnership with Richmond Football Club and Aligned Leisure will again be hosting two Richmond VFL matches at Holm Park Recreation Reserve this May and July.
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Tickets now available for 2018 Volunteer reception and Stan Henwood Award presentation
Tickets are now available for the 2018 Volunteer reception and Stan Henwood Award presentation on Thursday 31 May 2018.
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Applications for Cardinia Community Leadership Program open
Applications are open for the 2018 Cardinia Community Leadership Program from Monday 23 April to 5pm, Friday 18 May 2018.
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Applications for 2019 kindergarten enrolment open
Parents in Cardinia Shire are being encouraged to submit enrolment applications for kindergarten in 2019 by 5pm, Friday 29 June, for first round offers.
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Council to trial CCTV to keep Cardinia Shire clean
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community input to identify possible camera and signage locations for its upcoming CCTV trial targeting illegal rubbish dumping activity across the municipality.
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Cardinia Shire welcomes Growing Suburbs Fund re-commitment
Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Collin Ross today welcomed the Victorian Government’s commitment to the $50 million Growing Suburbs Fund.
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Cardinia Shire's Civic Centre achieves 5-Stars Green Rating
Cardinia Shire Council’s Civic Centre in Officer has achieved a five star Green Star Rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, the national authority on sustainable buildings.
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Temporary connecting path for Rix Road, Officer
Cardinia Shire Council is currently considering options for constructing a temporary path linking the Rix Road and Bridge Road pathway networks in Officer.
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Dalmore Road reconstruction fast-tracked
Cardinia Shire Council has reached an agreement with contractors, Downer EDI Works, to fast track the reconstruction of Dalmore Road, Pakenham whilst weather conditions remain favourable.
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Volunteer now to lead in Cardinia Shire’s L2P Program
Kooweerup Regional Health Service (KRHS) is urgently seeking volunteers to mentor young learner drivers in the Cardinia Shire L2P Program.
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Cardinia Shire parents to take a stand against teen alcohol abuse
Cardinia Shire parents are being urged to make a personal pledge to encourage their teenagers to adopt sensible drinking habits as part of a new initiative to combat drug and alcohol abuse.
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Stan Henwood Award nominations closing Friday 23 March
Council is reminding residents that nominations for the Stan Henwood award close at 5pm this Friday 23 March 2018.
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Access and parking at Emerald Lake Park
Council has identified a problem with the functioning of the overflow drain in Emerald Lake Park, which may be impacting the main access road to the Puffing Billy Station carpark.
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Emerald Lake Park a treasure trove of fun this Easter
Council is hosting its annual Easter treasure hunt at Emerald Lake Park on Easter Sunday, 1 April.
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Cardinia Shire to trial live webcasting of Council meetings
Cardinia Shire Council will trial live webcasting of its Council meetings to the CardiniaTV YouTube channel, from Monday 19 March 2018.
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A message from Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Collin Ross
Cardinia Shire Council Chief Executive Officer Garry McQuillan last night formally advised Council of his intention to retire, effective Friday 5 October 2018.
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Cardinia schools are in it to win it this Mobile March
Cardinia Shire Council has partnered with Aligned Leisure to promote Mobile March in 2018 and encourage local students to be active when travelling to school this month.
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Site works commenced at Hills Hub, Emerald
Site works commenced at the Emerald Hills Hub this month, marking the beginning of the construction phase for the long-awaited $6.63 million development.
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Worrell Reserve, Emerald Neighbourhood Safer Place
Worrell Reserve, Emerald will continue to be the designated Neighbourhood Safer Place in the event of an emergency while works are undertaken to construct the new Hills Hub building in Emerald.
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Have your say on the draft Pakenham Parking Precinct Plan
Community consultation is currently underway to seek feedback on the draft Pakenham Parking Precinct Plan, with two remaining information sessions being held before submissions close.
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2018 Community Satisfaction Survey now surveying Cardinia Shire residents
The Victorian Government’s 2018 Community Satisfaction Survey on local government performance commenced on Thursday 1 February 2018 and will continue throughout February and March.
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Cardinia Shire Australia Day 2018 award winners announced
Cardinia Shire’s Australia Day 2018 award winners were announced as part of Council’s Australia Day celebrations on Friday.
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Australia Day 2018 Award nominees announced
Nominees for the Cardinia Shire Australia Day Awards 2018 have been announced.
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Nominations open for the Stan Henwood Award 2018
Nominations are now open for the annual Stan Henwood Award recognising individuals in Cardinia Shire who have made significant contributions to the community.
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Enjoy the season with Summer Music Series this February
Cardinia Shire Council's annual Summer Music Series is fast approaching, with free family-friendly concerts held at Emerald Lake Park every Sunday throughout February.
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Celebrating Australia Day 2018 in Cardinia Shire
A number of events are being held across Cardinia Shire for the community to enjoy this Australia Day, Friday 26 January 2018.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, from your Mayor
A wonderful part of the Christmas and New Year period is celebrating the festive season among friends, family, and community!
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Fire Danger Period for 2017–18 commenced in Cardinia Shire
The 2017–18 Fire Danger Period for Cardinia Shire commenced at 1am today (Monday 18 December 2017), as declared last week by the Country Fire Association (CFA) Victoria.
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2017 AFL Champions, the Tigers, training in Cardinia Shire
Richmond Football Club will be visiting Beaconsfield’s Holm Park Recreation Reserve for Christmas in Cardinia with an open training session from 5pm on Tuesday 19 December 2017.
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Cardinia Community Leadership Program’s first graduates
The Cardinia Community Leadership Program celebrated its first graduates at a small ceremony in November.
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Cardinia Shire Council welcomes Cardinia Digitisation Centre
Cardinia Shire Council welcomed the launch of the Cardinia Digitisation Centre at the new premises of eCloud Business Services on the third floor of the Cardinia Shire Civic Centre, Officer recently.
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Cardinia Shire’s 2017–18 Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected
Central Ward Councillor Collin Ross was elected Mayor of Cardinia Shire at Council’s Annual Statutory Meeting on Monday 13 November.
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Cardinia Shire standing together on White Ribbon Day
Cardinia Shire Council, partner organisations and community will stand together to raise awareness of and support the prevention of violence this White Ribbon Day.
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Temporary road closures – White Ribbon Day walk
Roads will be closed to vehicles along the White Ribbon Day Walk Against Family Violence walking route.
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Business breakfast with a side of courage
The final Casey Cardinia Business Breakfast for 2017 will serve up a side of courage with keynote speaker Nadine Champion.
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Cardinia Shire's outdoor pools to go sugar free with drinks
Aligned Leisure, in partnership with the Cardinia Shire Council announce today that the shire’s four outdoor aquatic facilities will go sugar free in preparation for this summer season.
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‘Name your park’ competition for the Deep Creek Reserve, Pakenham
Cardinia Shire Council is turning to the community for inspiration with a competition to name the large-scale reserve development currently known as the Deep Creek Reserve in Pakenham.
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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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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.
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2017 Stan Henwood Award winner announced at annual volunteer reception
Nar Nar Goon resident Ray Coombs was announced this year’s Stan Henwood Award winner at the annual Mayor’s volunteer reception dinner at Cardinia Cultural Centre in Pakenham last night.
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Early years management - Expression of Interest
We are calling for Expressions of Interest for the provision of Early Childhood Education services.
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Free AFL tickets for Cardinia Shire residents!
Cardinia Shire residents are being encouraged to take advantage of the Richmond Football Club’s special offer for free general admission tickets to one of three games at the MCG this season.
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Fuel reduction burns planned for RJ Chambers Reserve
Council in partnership with the CFA will undertake fuel reduction burns in the RJ Chambers Flora and Fauna Reserve in Pakenham Upper, from Monday 8 May, weather conditions permitting.
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2018 Kindergarten enrolments and upcoming information sessions
Parents in Cardinia Shire are being encouraged to submit enrolment applications for four-year-old kindergarten in 2018 by 5pm, Friday 30 June, for first round offers.
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First Business Breakfast for 2017 - 10 May
The first Casey Cardinia business breakfast for 2017 will kick off with guest speaker Graeme Joy on Wednesday 10 May, from 6.45–9am, at Cultural Cardinia Centre in Pakenham.
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Five years in the making – changes ahead for recycling organic waste in Victoria’s south east
Cardinia Shire Council is now one of eight councils in south east Victoria participating in landmark contracts for future recycling of organic waste at the kerbside.
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Child and family centre officially opens
Cardinia Shire Council’s Arena Child and Family Centre is officially ‘open for business’.
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Casey Cardinia Business Awards program opens for business
The annual Casey Cardinia Business Awards are back in business, with applications now open for the 2017 awards program.
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Proposed Council Budget and Council Plan on exhibition
Cardinia Shire Council is proud to deliver a proposed 2017–18 budget, which meets the lower rate environment of 2 per cent and delivers more than $44 million of capital works to the community.
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Last stage of Heatherbrae delivered as pavilion opens
Cardinia Shire’s new $6 million recreation facility is now available to the community having been officially opened on Friday 24 March.
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Cardinia Shire Council supports equality for LGBTI Community
Cardinia Shire Council has moved to publicly support the local LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and/or intersex) community in their efforts to seek marriage equality for all.
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New sports pavilion opens in Emerald
The community and sporting clubs of Emerald welcomed the opening of a new $729,000 sports pavilion last Saturday, 18 March 2017.
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Work on Lang Lang Community and Recreation Precinct to start in March
Work on the new Lang Lang Community Recreation Precinct is expected to begin in March after Council awarded the contract to develop the new sports grounds and facilities to Lasergrade Pty Ltd.
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Cardinia Shire community consultation opportunities abound
Cardinia Shire Council has four new topics open for community consultation and community members are being encouraged to get online and get involved.
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Opening soon: 2017 Community Wellbeing Support Grants applications
Applications for Cardinia Shire Council’s Community Wellbeing Support Grants will open from 9am, Monday 20 March and close at 5pm, Sunday 30 April 2017.
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Need a speaker at your next AGM or committee meeting?
If you’re searching for a thought-provoking and inspiring speaker for your next Annual General Meeting or committee meeting, this may be just what you’re looking for.
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Cardinia Shire Council makes TAKE2 pledge to create a greener future
Cardinia Shire Council is among the latest of 31 Victorian Local Governments, representing over half Victoria’s population, to join the State Government in the fight against climate change.
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Applications for Festival and Events Grants closing this week
Cardinia Shire Council is reminding community groups that there is just one week left to apply for funding support under the 2017–18 Cardinia Shire Festival and Events Grants program.
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Missed bin collections
Our waste collection contractor has having been some difficulties making all the scheduled collections in some areas in recent weeks due to vehicle maintenance issues.
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Last chance to share ideas for the Liveability Health Plan
Cardinia Shire residents are being reminded to take advantage of the opportunity to share their ideas for the Liveability Health Plan before consultation closes at 5pm on Tuesday 28 February 2017.
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Emerald’s Hills Hub project progresses to detailed designs
Cardinia Shire Council has announced the Hills Hub project in Emerald will now progress to detailed designs.
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Nominate now for the Stan Henwood Award
Nominations are now open for the annual Stan Henwood Award recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the Cardinia Shire community over a period of more than 10 years.
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Cardinia Shire Council receives Investors in People Gold accreditation
Cardinia Shire Council has this week been awarded Gold accreditation against the global Investors in People Standard, demonstrating its commitment to high performance through good people management.
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Cardinia Shire residents encouraged to drink up in H30 Challenge
Cardinia Shire Council has teamed up with Aligned Leisure and health promotion foundation VicHealth to encourage local residents to sign up for the H30 Challenge and improve their health.
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2017 Community Satisfaction Survey now surveying Cardinia Shire residents
The Victorian Government’s 2017 Community Satisfaction Survey on local government performance commenced on Wednesday 1 February 2017 and will continue throughout February and March.
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Get active this Mobile March
For the seventh year running, Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging students to lace up their runners, hop on their bike or scooter and strap on their helmets to get to school during Mobile March.
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Don't miss the last of the 2017 Summer Music Series
Cardinia Shire Council's annual Summer Music Series is now on, with free family-friendly concerts held at Emerald Lake Park throughout February.
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2017 Australia Post AFL Community Camp
The AFL is pleased to announce the confirmed dates and locations for Richmond Football Club’s 2017 Australia Post AFL Community Camps.
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Apply now for 2017–18 community capital works and major equipment grants
Cardinia Shire Council’s Community Capital Works Grants and Major Equipment Grants programs for 2017–18 are open for applications from 30 January 2017 to 10 March 2017.
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Cardinia Shire Council launches new accessible website
Cardinia Shire Council has launched its new responsive design website www.cardinia.vic.gov.au, with a major focus on the customer experience and meeting accessibility standards.
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Cardinia Shire Australia Day 2017 award winners announced
Cardinia Shire’s Australia Day 2017 award winners were announced as part of Council’s Australia Day celebrations yesterday.
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Take a moment to have your say on Cardinia Shire’s Liveability Health Plan
Council is seeking input from all members of our community to develop the Cardinia Shire Liveability Health Plan.
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Celebrating Australia Day 2017 in Cardinia Shire
Community members are encouraged to join in the ceremony and celebration this Australia Day, Thursday 26 January 2017, at a number of events being held across Cardinia Shire.
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Local program wins Fire Awareness Award
The Ready2Go program led by Echo Youth and Family Services and Cardinia Shire Council was awarded the Access and Inclusion Award and the RACV Insurance Award for Excellence at the 2016 Fire Awards.
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A Christmas message from the Mayor
The Christmas and New Year period is a wonderful time of year! And, there is no better way to celebrate the festive season than among friends.
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Tigers to visit Cardinia Shire
Richmond Football Club will continue to engage its strong and loyal following in the south-east corridor of Victoria.
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Cardinia Shire Mayor welcomes commitment to increase police numbers
Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Brett Owen has welcomed the Victorian Government’s commitment to increase police numbers by 2,729 officers across the state over the next four years.
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Putting people first with community projects in Cardinia
Member for Eastern Victoria Daniel Mulino has announced $4.07 million for three projects in Cardinia, thanks to the Victorian Government's $50 million Growing Suburbs Fund.
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Cardinia Shire Council achieves White Ribbon Accreditation
Council today announced it has achieved status as a White Ribbon accredited workplace for its work in preventing and responding to violence against women in the workplace and in the community.
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Temporary road closures – White Ribbon Day walk
Roads will be closed to vehicles along the White Ribbon Day Walk Against Family Violence walking route, 12–12.30pm on Friday 25 November, at:
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Cardinia Shire banding together on White Ribbon Day
Cardinia Shire Council, partner organisations and community will band together this White Ribbon Day to raise awareness of and support the prevention of violence.
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New Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected for Cardinia Shire
Ranges Ward Councillor Brett Owen was unanimously elected Mayor of Cardinia Shire last night. It is the second time Cr Brett Owen has been Mayor, having previously filled this role in 2012.
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New Council for Cardinia Shire
Following the 2016 Local Government elections, Cardinia Shire Council announced its sixth Council on Wednesday 2 November.
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Council leads the way with plastic bag recycling
From November Cardinia Shire residents will be able to recycle plastic bags and flexible plastic packaging as part of their fortnightly kerbside waste collection.
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The right ingredients for good business
The queen of culinary, Stephanie Alexander AO is key speaker at September’s Casey Cardinia Business Breakfast on Wednesday 28 September at Cranbourne Racing Centre from 6.45 to 9am.
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Cardinia Shire Council Councillor code of conduct
Cardinia Shire Councillors adopted a new Code of Conduct in April this year, as required by new provisions contained within the Local Government Act 1989.
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Casey Cardinia Women’s Business lunch
Women across the Casey Cardinia region are invited to attend the Casey Cardinia Women’s Business lunch, held as part of the Victorian Small Business Festival Victoria 2016.
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Feedback wanted on Hills Hub design ideas
Community members are invited to give their feedback on four possible design scenarios for the future Emerald Hills Hub.
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Minister signs local pledge to help end family violence
Minister for Women and the Prevention of Violence against Women, the Honourable Fiona Richardson MP, meet with Mayor Cr Jodie Owen, Council staff and partners of the Together We Can initiative.
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Ash Wednesday Bushfire Education Centre opens
Cockatoo’s Ash Wednesday Bushfire Education Centre was officially opened by Member for Eastern Victoria Daniel Mulino and Member for La Trobe Jason Wood on Saturday 30 July.
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Together We Can – a Year of Action
Together We Can launched the Year of Action and Together We Can pledge at an event at the Cardinia Cultural Centre on Tuesday 26 July.
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Council and community house discuss Emerald bus shelter
Members of the committee of Emerald Community House (ECH) met with Council officers and Cr Leticia Wilmot on Thursday 21 July.
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Emerald bus shelter: your questions answered
Council addresses the community's questions and concerns about the Emerald bus shelter.
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Affordable housing development to put roofs over heads of struggling local families
Council has given approval for a vacant block of land in Pakenham to be used to build a high-quality affordable housing development.
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New parkland for Officer
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking community input to develop a master plan for a new park in Officer.
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Satisfaction with Council 'steady'
The results of the 2016 Local Government Community Satisfaction survey show Cardinia Shire residents continue to be positive about Council’s overall service and direction.
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Council joins the 'neighbourhood'
Cardinia Shire Council has been selected as one of three metropolitan councils to participate in The Neighbourhood Project.
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Heritage grants now open
Applications are now open for Council’s 2016–17 heritage grants.
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Emerald bus shelter
Council owns and maintains the bus shelter in Belgrave–Gembrook Road, Emerald.
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Have your say on draft car parking plan for Beaconsfield
Council is seeking feedback on its draft Beaconsfield Car Parking Precinct Plan. The plan will help guide the planning and management of car parking in Beaconsfield.
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Management of Cardinia Shire’s major recreation facilities
From 1 July 2016, Aligned Leisure will take over the management and operation of Cardinia Life, along with a number of Council’s other recreation and aquatic facilities.
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Rates – new options, new look
Cardinia Shire Council will issue the 2016–17 rates notice in July, with a new look and more ways to pay.
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Energy Saver Study
South East Councils Climate Change Alliance to take part in the Energy Saver Study.
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Have your say on road safety
Council’s draft Road Safety Strategy 2016–25 is currently seeking community feedback. The strategy aims to reduce the number of people who are affected by road deaths and injuries.
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Age friendly survey
Cardinia Shire Council is asking residents aged over 50 to take part in an age friendly survey.
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National Sorry Day 2016
Cardinia Shire Council acknowledges that today is National Sorry Day.
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Council welcomes Prime Minister's promise of tourism funding for the Dandenong Ranges
Cardinia Shire Council has welcomed the Prime Minister’s bumper tourism commitment to the Dandenong Ranges region.
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Bourke Park funding welcomed
Cardinia Shire Council welcomes funding from the Australian Government for the rejuvenation of Bourke Park, Pakenham.
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McDonalds Track closed
McDonalds Track, Lang Lang will be closed to all traffic for about two weeks, effective immediately.
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Three cheers for volunteers!
Catani couple Beryl and Ron Banbury were named joint winners of the Stan Henwood Award.
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Changing tracks in Hillview Bushland Reserve
Cardinia Shire Council has begun removing 3.5km of unauthorised mountain bike tracks in Hillview Bushland Reserve, Pakenham.
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Final call to enter the Casey Cardinia Business Awards
Time is running out to enter the 2016 Casey Cardinia Business Awards, with applications for the prestigious awards program closing at 5pm on Friday 13 May 2016.
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Kindergarten offers approach
Applications for 2017 three and four-year-old kindergarten places close on Thursday 30 June. This year, the offer process will be online using Council’s Kindergarten Parent Portal.
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Council adopts 2016–17 budget
Cardinia Shire Council has adopted its 2016–17 budget.
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Stop and drop zones
Cardinia Shire Council introduced stop and drop zones near four primary schools in Pakenham in 2010 and now have 18 zones in the shire, catering for 11 schools.
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Resilient Cardinia Shire champions wanted
Resilient Melbourne is looking to feature Cardinia Shire community champions in their ongoing communications activities.
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Unseasonal weather plays havoc with unsealed roads
Council has recently received a number of enquiries relating to the condition of its unsealed road network.
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Watching the budget bottom line: call for infrastructure fund for outer suburbs
Five million residents of fast-growing outer suburbs, including those in Cardinia Shire, could benefit from a substantial commitment to these areas in the upcoming Federal Budget.
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Message from the Mayor – join the conversation and ACT NOW to end family violence in Cardinia Shire
None of us like the top-down approach when it comes to making changes. When we have control over change, it is then that change seems to have a more lasting impression.
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Hills hub development update
The Hills Hub redevelopment has been in planning phase for over twelve months with a wide range of community stakeholders making up the Hills Hub Advisory Group.
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Learn ABCs at business breakfast – adventure, bravery, creativity
Hear from advertising legend Todd Sampson and get the creative juices flowing at the second Casey Cardinia business breakfast in 2016.
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Communities That Care monitor underage alcohol sales
More than one in three Cardinia Shire bottle shops did not request any identification before selling alcohol to someone who looked under 18 years old.
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Council calls on government to fund Thompsons Road
Cardinia Shire Council in partnership with the City of Casey is calling on the Australian Government to fund an upgrade and extension to Thompsons Road.
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Hit the ground running at IYU
Cardinia Shire Council welcomed a funding boost in December 2015 to the IYU Recreation Reserve project.
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‘Skate’ down and celebrate National Youth Week
This April, Cardinia Shire Council celebrates National Youth Week with its free series of activities!
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Welcome to Cardinia Shire, an age friendly city
Cardinia Shire Council is proud to have been named a World Health Organisation Age Friendly City.
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Removal of material on Emerald bus shelter
Cardinia Shire Council has recently removed material from a bus shelter in Emerald as part of its regular streetscape cleaning service.
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Delays to flexible soft plastics recycling
Cardinia Shire Council asks residents to not put plastic bags and other flexible plastic packaging in their recycling bin until they receive an information pack and instructional bags.
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Tune in to prepare for an emergency
Council has created a video series to assist members of the Cardinia Shire community to prepare for emergencies.
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Tune in to prepare for an emergency
Council has created a video series to assist members of the Cardinia Shire community to prepare for emergencies.
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Council wants your feedback on draft open air burning policy
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking feedback from community members on its draft Open Air Burning Policy 2016.
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New management for Council’s major recreation facilities
Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Jodie Owen today announced that Council has awarded Aligned Leisure the contract to manage its eight major recreation facilities.
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Future management of Council's major recreation facilities
Cardinia Shire Council has recently undertaken a tender process for the management of its major recreation facilities.
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Give quick and easy feedback!
Council has introduced a new feedback option for the draft 2016–17 budget which residents can use quickly and easily from their mobile phone or web browser.
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Eggstraordinary hunt at ELP
Cardinia Shire Council’s annual Easter treasure hunt is on again! Children are invited to explore Emerald Lake Park on Sunday 27 March to find Easter treasure!
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Event aims to tackle family violence in Cardinia Shire
Community members are invited to be part of an event aimed at significantly reducing the high incidence of family violence in Cardinia Shire.
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Award-winning documentary to screen for Cultural Diversity Week
Council is celebrating Cultural Diversity Week in March 2016 by supporting two excellent local events.
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Get active with Mobile March
Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging students to lace up their runners, hop on their scooter and strap on their helmets to get to school during March.
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Crowd roars for NAB Challenge match in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire showed its footy fever on Saturday 27 February for the NAB Challenge match between Richmond and Hawthorn at Holm Park Recreation Reserve, Beaconsfield.
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Parking infringements issued at NAB Challenge match
Cardinia Shire Council patrolled streets around Holm Park Recreation Reserve before and during the NAB Challenge match on Saturday 27 February.
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Melbourne Drift Trikes meets with Council
Cardinia Shire Council has held productive and positive meetings with the president of Melbourne Drift Trikes about the future use of roads in Galway Gold Estate Pakenham for drift trike activities.
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Nominate a stand-out for the Stan Henwood award
Nominations for Cardinia Shire’s Stan Henwood award are now open.
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Laying the foundation for future generations
Cardinia Shire Council and the Victorian Department of Education and Training are setting the foundation of children’s education in Officer.
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Roll in the feedback
Council’s Draft Skate and BMX Strategy has been developed and is now open to community feedback.
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3MDR request for new premises
Cardinia Shire Council has always been supportive of 3MDR operating in the shire.
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Planning permit for 50 Lakeside Boulevard
Cardinia Shire Council has received an application for a planning permit to use the former Delfin sales office at 50 Lakeside Boulevard as a ‘place of worship’.
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Emerge innovation at business breakfast
The 2016 Casey Cardinia business breakfast series will emerge in the new year with key insights from guest speaker Holly Ransom, CEO of Emergent Solutions.
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Road safety strategy review
Cardinia Shire Council is refreshing its Road Safety Strategy that aims to reduce the number of people who are affected by road deaths and injuries.
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Officer urban design framework on exhibition
Cardinia Shire Council has released a draft framework to guide the growth and development of the Officer town centre.
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No variation to rate capping in Cardinia Shire in 2016–17
At the February Council Meeting it is proposed that Cardinia Shire Council will determine to not seek a variation on the Victorian Government Fair Go Rates system as part of the 2016–17 budget.
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Bags in a bag recycling
Cardinia Shire residents can now recycle more with Council introducing recycling of plastic bags and other flexible (soft) plastic packaging into the household recycling bin.
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Aussie spirit honoured in 2016 Australia Day Awards
Cardinia Shire Council’s 2016 Australia Day Awards have been announced by Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Jodie Owen as part of Council’s Australia Day celebrations.
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Sounds of summer
Celebrate summer in Emerald Lake Park with the annual Summer Music Series this February.
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Road closures during Bald Hill Road upgrade
Road works will start this weekend for the next phase of the reconstruction of Bald Hill Road, Pakenham.
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Keep on track at Emerald Lake Park
Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging visitors to Emerald Lake Park (ELP) to stick to the dedicated paths.
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Family fun and Tigers in training
The Richmond Football Club is coming to Cardinia Shire again for its annual January open training session, followed by a free kids’ football clinic led by the players, on Friday 22 January.
