Latest news
Officer’s new regional park now open!
Cardinia Shire Council is thrilled to officially open Officer’s new regional park.
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From the Mayor's Desk
A message from Cardinia Shire Mayor, Cr Jack Kowarzik.
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Christmas Together, a heartwarming success
Cardinia Shire Council is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the 2024 Christmas Together program, which brought joy and support to our community during the festive season.
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Park naming reviewed
Cardinia Shire Council has been made aware of an issue regarding the chosen name for the Officer District Park site.
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Cardinia Shire to join 27 other councils to advance environmental sustainability with new Planning Scheme Amendment
Cardinia Shire Council is set to join 27 other councils to advance environmental sustainability in land development with Planning Scheme Amendment C278card.
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Join our community panel and help shape Cardinia Shire’s priorities for the future.
Cardinia Shire Council invites community members to participate in a panel that will review Council’s Community Vision 2040 and help guide the planning and development of Council’s 4 year plan.
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Pool and spa safety inspections services now offered through Council
We’re providing a new way for Cardinia Shire residents to seek certificates of compliance for their home pools and spas, with safety inspection services now available through Council.
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Time for government action to protect community from trucks
Cardinia Shire Council has joined with community groups to express concern that the State Government’s proposed expansion of the Lang Lang sand mine will make local roads more dangerous.
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You can now Meet the Mayor in Cardinia Shire
Residents are invited to Meet the Mayor in Bunyip Ward this week.
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Supporting educational outcomes for young people
Toomah Community Centre in Pakenham will become the new home of ECG Secondary College’s senior campus from 2025.
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Celebrating success at Cardinia Shire's Good Choice Awards
Cardinia Shire Council proudly hosted the annual Good Choice Awards celebrating young individuals aged 12-24 who have shown resilience, kindness, and strength in their decision-making throughout 2024
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A magical Christmas celebration at the Pakenham Carols by Candlelight
The 2024 Pakenham Carols by Candlelight was a stunning success, bringing together the community for an unforgettable evening of music, joy, and Christmas spirit.
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Opportunity for businesses at Officer’s new regional park
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest from mobile coffee, drink and ice-cream business owners, who are interested in trading inside Officer’s new regional park.
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Improving accessibility in Cardinia Shire and International Day of People with a Disability 2024
This International Day of People with a Disability, Cardinia Shire Council is sharing information about services, projects & initiatives delivered this year to improve accessibility across the shire.
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Fire Danger Period commences Monday 9 December 2024
The Country Fire Authority (CFA) has declared the Fire Danger Period (FDP) for Cardinia Shire will begin at 1am Monday 9 December 2024.
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Celebrate the festive season at the 2024 Pakenham Carols by Candlelight
Cardinia Shire Council invites you to a magical evening of Christmas cheer at the 2024 Pakenham Christmas Carols by Candlelight.
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Cardinia Shire Mayor and Deputy Mayor elected
Cardinia Shire Council is pleased to announce Cr Jack Kowarzik has been elected Mayor and Cr Alanna Pomeroy has been elected Deputy Mayor for a one-year term.
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Graduates of the 2024 Cardinia Community Leadership Program celebrated
Cardinia Shire Council is proud to announce and celebrate the graduates of the 2024 Cardinia Community Leadership Program.
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Jingle all the way to the FREE Christmas cardboard drop-off event!
Cardinia Shire residents are invited to drop off their excess cardboard and wrapping paper at the FREE Christmas cardboard drop-off event.
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Council launches tailored coaching program to support Cardinia businesses
Cardinia Shire Council’s brand new Business Coaching Program provides one on one coaching and free advice from seven industry experts to support local businesses on their growth journey.
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Council invites expressions of interest for local business exhibitors
We’re putting a call out for Cardinia businesses to register their interest to exhibit at the upcoming Jobs and Skills Showcase.
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Supporting those in need this Christmas
Christmas can be a wonderful time filled with family, friends, and festive cheer, but for many people, Christmas can be one of the most challenging and stressful times of the year.
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Christmas in Cardinia 2024
Join us in Cardinia Shire for a Community Christmas Celebration!
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Inviting nominations for local heroes to be commemorated in future place naming in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire locals are encouraged to call upon extraordinary individuals who have left a notable legacy within the community and nominate them in the Victorian Government’s Name a Place Campaign.
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16 Days of Activism 2024: Events and initiatives in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire community members are invited to attend a special event for the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence 2024.
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Cardinia Shire’s new council declared
Cardinia Shire Council is pleased to welcome our newly elected Councillors for the next council term 2024-2028.
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Applications open: Cardinia Multicultural Advisory Group
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking membership applications for its Multicultural Advisory Group.
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Get up and get active during This Girl Can Week
Cardinia Shire Council is excited to support This Girl Can Week 2024, a week-long celebration to empower women and girls to get moving, have fun, and inspire each other through physical activity.
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Join the Mt Shamrock Quarry Environment Review Committee
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking expressions of interest from enthusiastic local residents to join the Mt Shamrock Environment Review Committee for the Holcim Mt Shamrock Quarry in Pakenham.
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Calling all young voices: participate in Cardinia Shire’s youth survey to help shape the future
Cardinia Shire Council is excited to launch the 2024 youth survey and invites all young people aged 12-24 who live, work, study, or play in Cardinia Shire to participate.