News
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Helping kids with maths adds up for parents and carers
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyWhile kids take a well-earned break over the summer holidays, there is no reason education at home should stop. Parents play a crucial role in…
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Author Greenwood mourned: ’she was generous and fabulous’
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyThis story was originally published on 16 April 2025. Star Weekly is sharing it again for you to enjoy. The partner of much loved crime…
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Family fun that won’t break the bank
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyAs summer unfolds, many families are looking for ways to enjoy quality time together without spending a fortune. While summer holidays often come with hefty…
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Preparing kids to go back to school
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyParents and guardians across Australia are gearing up for the back-to-school season. Whether it’s the first day of school or the start of a new…
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Why Aussies love the iconic ‘chicken parma’
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyThe chicken parmigiana, often affectionately called “chicken parma” or “parmi” in Australia, is a beloved staple of Australian pub culture. Its widespread popularity across the…
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Feed your interest
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyGrowing vegetables in pots is a fantastic way to eat fresh and save money over summer. Whether it’s space, time or physical ability that rules…
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Bulldogs book brings tragics together
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyThis story was originally published on 20 August 2025. Star Weekly is sharing it again for you to enjoy. To celebrate the club’s 100th anniversary…
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Tips to keep kids engaged when the family is dining out
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyWhen dining out at a restaurant with kids, it’s essential to have a few tricks up your sleeve to keep them entertained and engaged. Here…
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Piecing it all together
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyThis article was originally published on 22 July. Star Weekly is sharing it again for you to enjoy. Georgia Tacey sits down with Sunbury artist…
Sport
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Victorian state netball teams selected
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyThe next wave of emerging Victorian netball talent has been unveiled including two Melton Centrals players, with the announcement of the Victorian 17 and under…
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Batting out a storm
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyThe weather again played havoc on Saturday for local sports people but there was still plenty of action. Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic was out…
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Altona trio’s big month
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyA big month for Altona Hockey trio Cooper Burns, Connar Otterbach and Nye Roberts has just continued. The trio were part of HC Melbourne premiership…
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Mustangs building nicely
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyMelton is slowly settling its line up as it prepares for a big patch of matches in the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant, division 2, section…
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Roxburgh Park’s strong start
Northern Star WeeklyRoxburgh Park is hoping its return to the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Russell Pollock Shield is only a short one. The Falcons dropped back down…
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Agius steps up at West Point
Wyndham Star WeeklyJacob Agius will step up at West Point having been named the club’s men’s coach for next year’s FV state league 6 north-west season. Agius…
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Tips to keep kids engaged when the family is dining out
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyWhen dining out at a restaurant with kids, it’s essential to have a few tricks up your sleeve to keep them entertained and engaged. Here…
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Piecing it all together
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyThis article was originally published on 22 July. Star Weekly is sharing it again for you to enjoy. Georgia Tacey sits down with Sunbury artist…
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Keep kids active over the holidays to limit screen time
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyVacation care, sports programs, or performing arts – whatever your child’s interests, researchers say that adding structure to the school holiday is a great way…
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Holiday reading to help them get ahead
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyHelping your primary school child learn to read is an essential and rewarding journey that sets the foundation for their academic success and lifelong love…
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Supporting early detection
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyBreast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) launched a new Breast Cancer Awareness campaign, Know Yourself. Feel Yourself, earlier this year, urging women to give their breasts…
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2026 Victorian state school terms
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyParents, mark Wednesday 28 January in your diaries! That is the day government school students return to the classroom for 2026 after the long summer…