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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Full steam ahead on the Upper Beaconsfield Pavilion redevelopment
Cardinia Shire Council is excited to share an update about the ongoing progress of the Upper Beaconsfield Pavilion redevelopment.
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Have your say on a 20-year lease request at 775 Five Mile Road Pakenham
Community feedback is invited on a proposed lease at 775 Five Mile Road, Pakenham requested by its current tenant, Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria (RDAV).
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Cardinia Shire Council 2025 grant applications now open
Cardinia Shire Council's 2025 grant applications are now open.
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Slick tricks at the revamped Garfield Skate Park
Cardinia Shire Council, in partnership with YMCA Victoria, held a skate and scoot event on Friday, 17 January, at the recently updated Garfield Skate Park.
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2025 Australia Day Award Nominees announced
Council is pleased to announce the nominees for the 2025 Australia Day Awards.
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Cardinia Shire Community Grant Expo
Cardinia Shire Council is partnering with The Cardinia Foundation and South East Water to host a Community Grant Expo.
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Council’s FREE green waste drop-off events are back!
Residents are encouraged to drop off their green waste for free at the upcoming Green-waste drop off events in in Pakenham and Lysterfield.
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Immunisation bookings for 2025 now available
Bookings are now open for community immunisations provided under the National Immunisation Program.
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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.
