News archive
News published April 2026
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Register now for 2027 kindergarten
Cardinia Shire Council is encouraging families to register for kindergarten by 30 June 2026 to be considered for first-round offers.
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Statement regarding Lang Lang SERA and Lang Lang bypass
Statement from Cardinia Shire Mayor Cr Brett Owen.
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Swap weeds for native plants at Pakenham’s Trees for Weeds event
Do you have weeds in your garden? Learn how to manage your weeds and swap them for free local native plants at the upcoming Trees for Weeds event in Pakenham.
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Update to Care Finder service providers available in Cardinia Shire
Care Finder service providers supporting Cardinia Shire residents have changed, however, vulnerable older people will continue to receive the same free, face‑to‑face support.
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Statement regarding Lang Lang SERA
Statement from Cardinia Shire Council
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Building a better Pakenham: works to start in Station Street
Works are progressing on Stage 1 of the Pakenham Revitalisation project, with construction expected to start on the corner of Main Street and Station Street in Pakenham from 27 April 2026.
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Let’s be clear on glass: Council urges rethink on purple bin plans
Cardinia Shire Council is delaying 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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Community invited to Safe Steps Candlelight Vigil to honour lives impacted by family violence
Council is inviting community members to come together for the 2026 Safe Steps Candlelight Vigil to recognise those in our community whose lives have been impacted by family violence.
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Laying the groundwork for future progress on our unsealed roads
Cardinia Shire Council has endorsed the Local Street Sealing Initiative (LSSI), establishing a consistent framework to guide how unsealed residential roads may be considered for future upgrades.
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Draft Planning Scheme Review Part A on public exhibition
The Draft Cardinia Planning Scheme Review – Part A is now on public exhibition, and community members are invited to provide feedback.
