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News published February 2026
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Council calls for more time on new bin rollout and unveils long-term waste strategy
Cardinia Shire Council has voted to delay the rollout of glass only bins for all households, calling on the Victorian Government for more time, information and support for councils.
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Calling community members to help shape the future of food and agribusiness in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council has appointed Councillors David Nickell and Trudi Paton as delegates to the Food and Agribusiness Advisory Committee and is issuing a final call for community members to join.
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Closure of Council buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas - Tuesday 17 February 2026
Due to the Extreme Fire Danger rating declared for Tuesday 17 February 2026, Cardinia Shire is implementing heat health and emergency management precautions.
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Building better local roads in Mount Burnett
Sealing works are now underway on Mount Burnett Road in Mt Burnett.
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Closing the gap on our community’s service needs
Cardinia Shire Council is taking action to ensure our rapidly growing community can access the education, health and social services it needs now and into the future.
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Streetscape works underway on Main Street
Streetscape upgrade works are now underway on Main Street, Pakenham near the Railway Hotel, as part of Stage 1 of the Pakenham Revitalisation project.
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Huxtable Road to be fully sealed in 2026
Upgrade works are now underway on Huxtable Road in Pakenham Upper.
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Mountain Road Recreation Reserve shines brighter with completion of lighting upgrades
Council has partnered with the Victorian Government to deliver new LED lighting at Cockatoo’s Recreation Reserve, creating a brighter and more accessible space for local clubs and the wider community.
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Major progress underway on the Pakenham Revitalisation project
Works on Stage 1 of the Pakenham Revitalisation project continue to progress, with major construction almost complete along Drake Place.
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Let’s keep Cardinia Shire clean: Register now for Clean Up Australia Day 2026!
To help keep Cardinia Shire clean, green and litter‑free, Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging the community to take part in Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday 1 March 2026.