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Join the celebration of International Women’s Day 2025 in Cardinia Shire
Cardinia Shire community members are invited to attend an afternoon event at the Cardinia Cultural Centre to celebrate International Women’s Day for 2025!
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Dig into Council’s Compost Giveaway
Cardinia Shire households can reap the rewards of having a food and garden waste kerbside bin with the Compost Giveaway.
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Cardinia Shire Council endorses advocacy priorities
Cardinia Shire Council endorsed its key advocacy priorities for the upcoming Federal Election at last night’s Council meeting (17 February).
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Electrical damage at Toomuc Recreation Reserve
Cardinia Shire Council is aware of the vandalism that took place at Toomuc Recreation Reserve on Friday, 14 February.
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New neighbourhood house provider for Emerald
Cardinia Shire Council has welcomed the State Government’s announcement that Fernlea Community Care has been selected as the new neighbourhood house service provider for Emerald.
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Community Panel meets to help guide the future of the shire
The planning and development of Cardinia Shire Council’s new four-year plan has kicked off with the Community Panel meeting to review the Council’s Community Vision 2040.
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Cardinia Community Grant Expo a resounding success
Cardinia Shire Council, in collaboration with The Cardinia Foundation and South East Water, celebrated a successful inaugural Community Grant Expo on Wednesday, 12 February.
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Share your ideas on how Council can build on reconciliation in Cardinia
Council is developing its draft Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2025-2027 and invites the community to share their ideas to help build on reconciliation across the Shire.
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Access council information in the language of your choice
Cardinia Shire Council offers a free interpreting service to assist community members whose first language is not English.
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Unlock future career opportunities at Cardinia Shire’s Jobs and Skills Showcase
Job seekers can start the year right by connecting with local employers at Cardinia Shire Council’s upcoming Jobs and Skills showcase.
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Get ready to shred at the new Worrell Reserve Skate Park and Youth Plaza
Cardinia Shire Council is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the new Worrell Reserve Skate Park and Youth Plaza at Worrell Reserve, Emerald.
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Pakenham Golf Course management
Council is disappointed to announce that from 1 April 2025, Pakenham Golf Course will no longer be managed by Golf Services Management (GSM).
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Book now for free ‘Understanding My Aged Care and Care Finder’ Sessions
Cardinia Shire Council is pleased to announce a series of informative sessions on My Aged Care and Care Finder services, happening in March and May 2025.
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Carers invited to Dementia-Friendly & Carer Gateway information sessions
Local carers of someone living with dementia, a chronic condition, or a diagnosed disease are invited to four new Dementia-Friendly and Carer Gateway information sessions happening in March and May!
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Lakeside Paddleboats relocating from Emerald Lake Park
Council is very disappointed to see the much-loved Lakeside Paddleboats relocate from Emerald Lake Park.
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Nominations for Cardinia Shire's 2025 Stan Henwood Award are now open
Community members are encouraged to submit nominations to recognise local volunteers who have dedicated their time and efforts to improving and enriching the Cardinia Shire community.
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Upgraded Jim Parkes Reserve Officially Opened
In the heart of the Beaconsfield commercial district, the beloved Jim Parkes Reserve has now been revitalised and is officially open for all to enjoy!
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Cardinia Shire Celebrates Australia Day Award Winners 2025
Cardinia Shire Council was proud to announce and celebrate the nominees and winners of the 2025 Cardinia Shire Australia Day Awards at a special ceremony on Thursday 23 January.
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Register now for Clean Up Australia Day!
The community is encouraged to sign up for this year’s Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday 2 March.
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Cardinia Youth Hub update
The partially constructed Cardinia Youth Hub in James Street, Pakenham, will be demolished and Council will commence the tender process for reconstruction.
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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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Club Development Workshops
Free club development workshops and trainings offered throughout the year through Council.
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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 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.
