Latest news
Cardinia calls for funding to upgrade Cardinia Life
Cardinia Shire Council is calling for funding and support to deliver an expanded and modern sports and aquatic centre for our growing community.
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Apply now for Arts Grants and Festival and Events Grants
Community members and groups can apply now for Cardinia Shire Council's Arts Grants and Festival and Event Grants programs.
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Council’s draft budget available for feedback
Cardinia Shire Council’s Draft Budget 2025–26 is available for community feedback until 9 May.
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Cardinia Shire hosts Federal election community Q&A session
Community members are invited to attend Cardinia Shire Council’s Federal Election Community Q&A session to be held at the Cardinia Cultural Centre on Tuesday, 29 April.
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Helping residents prepare for bushfire season with practical workshops
Cardinia Shire Council is hosting practical workshops to support residents with bushfire preparedness.
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Applications now open for Cardinia Shire’s Heritage Grants and Beautification Grants!
Community members and groups can apply now for Cardinia Shire Council's Heritage Grants and Beautification Grants programs.
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Cardinia calls for truck bypass to be fast-tracked
Cardinia Shire Council is calling for a dedicated truck bypass in Lang Lang to get heavy trucks off the town’s main streets.
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Pawsitive opportunity to share feedback on Council’s Domestic Animal Management Plan
Pet owners, animal lovers and residents of Cardinia Shire Council are invited to provide their feedback to assist Council in developing an updated Domestic Animal Management Plan (DAMP).
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Shire of Cardinia CEO announces resignation after almost seven years
Cardinia Shire Council CEO Carol Jeffs has tendered her resignation after 6.5 years leading one of Melbourne’s highest growth councils.
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Share your thoughts on the Puffing Billy Place Reserve and playground renewal draft plans
A draft masterplan has been prepared for Puffing Billy Place Reserve in Emerald and Council invites community feedback on the design options.
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Elevate your leadership journey with the Cardinia Community Leadership Program
Cardinia Shire Council invites motivated and aspiring community leaders to apply for the 2025 Cardinia Community Leadership Program (CCLP).
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Council’s Federal Election advocacy campaign seeks support for critical projects
Cardinia Shire Council is calling for funding and support to address a number of critical needs across the shire as part of its Federal Election advocacy campaign, launched today.
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Cockatoo’s new amphitheatre takes centre stage
The amphitheatre and new stage at Alma Treloar Reserve was officially opened at a celebratory event on Friday 28 March.
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New Changing Places facility opened in Pakenham
Cardinia Shire Council celebrates the installation and opening of a new Changing Places facility in Barring-buluk Park located near the Pakenham Main Street Train Station.
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Future Cardinia: share your feedback on Council’s strategic objectives
The Cardinia Shire community is invited to provide feedback on Council’s draft strategic objectives, which will guide the development of the new Council Plan 2025–29 and associated strategic documents
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Council endorses next steps for lighting program
Cardinia Shire Council will continue to pause the replacement of mercury vapour lights in Heritage Springs and Lakeside estates pending the potential future approval by AusNet of a retrofit LED globe.
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Have Your Say on the Lauriston Estate Park Playground upgrade
Cardinia Shire Council is seeking input from the community to help shape plans for upgrading the Lauriston Estate Park Playground in Koo Wee Rup.
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Don’t mess with Cardinia Shire!
The community is encouraged to report dumped rubbish on Council-owned land to Cardinia Shire Council. This includes Council parks and reserves, nature strips and local roads.
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Enhancing community sport facilities at Cora Lynn Reserve
The Cora Lynn Recreation Reserve Pavilion is set to undergo significant upgrades to improve facilities for local sporting clubs and the wider community.
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Discover the transformative power of AI at Cardinia Shire Council’s Business Breakfast
Early bird tickets for the 2025 Cardinia Shire Council Business Breakfast are now on sale.
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Sod turn marks the commencement of Garfield North Community Centre project
Construction works are set to begin shortly on the Garfield North Community Centre, following a sod turn event on Friday 14 March.
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Community celebrates grand opening of Koo Wee Rup’s new Bowls Club and Community Hub
Our Koo Wee Rup community were out in numbers to celebrate the completion of the newly developed Bowls and Community Hub last Thursday.
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Cardinia Shire Council awards major recreation facilities contract
Cardinia Shire Council awarded its major recreation facilities contract to Aligned Leisure at the Council meeting on Monday 17 March.
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Expressions of interest open for food trading permits at Officer District Park
Cardinia Shire Council is now accepting expressions of interest from mobile coffee, ice cream, and food businesses interested in operating at the new Officer District Park on Lansell Avenue.
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Gnarly tricks at the Pakenham Show
On Saturday, 15 March, the Pakenham Show became a vibrant hub of energy and excitement as BMX riders, skaters, and scooter enthusiasts gathered for a thrilling day of friendly competition.
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Get excited for the Children’s Clothing and Toy Swap!
Residents can refresh their children’s wardrobe and toys for FREE at the upcoming Children’s Clothing and Toy Swap event.
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Celebrating Parks Week in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire Council is thrilled to announce the resounding success of Parks Week 2025.
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Job growth set to surge with Officer South Employment Precinct approved
The Officer South Employment Precinct Structure Plan has been approved.
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Bookings filling up for final FREE ‘Understanding My Aged Care and Care Finder’ session in May
Bookings are still open for Cardinia Shire Council’s final free session on My Aged Care and Care Finder services, happening on Wednesday 28 May 2025.
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Book now for May’s Dementia-Friendly Carer Gateway information session
The final two Dementia-Friendly and Carer Gateway sessions are coming up this May and bookings are open now for Carer Gateway-registered carers.
