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News published February 2026
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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.
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Local schools and kinders closed due to fire rating
Due to the extreme fire danger rating on Tuesday 3 and Wednesday 4 February 2026, the Department of Education has closed eight schools, kindergartens and early learning centres in Cardinia Shire.
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Explore jobs, skills and career pathway opportunities at the 2026 Job and Skills Showcase
Connect with leading local businesses and uncover new career possibilities at Cardinia Shire Council’s 2026 Jobs and Skills Showcase.