News
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Coping with the holiday season
Northern Star WeeklyAcross much of the world, December and January are special. The change of year, the change of season, the sense of renewal – it’s no…
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Christmas brunch for struggling locals
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyLocals doing it tough on Christmas day are invited to a community Christmas brunch in Brimbank. The ‘more hope for Christmas’ brunch is hosted by…
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Blind cord safety mandate aims to protect Victorian children
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyIn a move to ensure the safety of children in rental properties, a new blind cord safety standard has come into effect across Victoria. The…
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Ambulance donations assist with paediatric care
Wyndham Star WeeklyCommunity donations are significantly bolstering the skills of Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics, directly benefiting residents across Melbourne’s rapidly expanding northern and western suburbs. The Ambulance…
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Victorian Organ Donor Registration to Be Expanded
Wyndham Star WeeklyThe Victorian government is moving to make it easier for people to register as organ and tissue donors after a parliamentary inquiry found the state’s…
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New regulations make psychological health a priority
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyIn a landmark move, Victorian employers must now take specific steps to identify psychosocial hazards and control work-related risks to mental health. The Occupational Health…
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Powering Victoria’s future through creativity
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyThe state government has unveiled its latest strategy for Victoria’s creative industries. Released on Monday 1 December, Creative State 2028 outlines a three-year plan to…
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Tough retail crime laws pass
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyIn a major crackdown on workplace violence, the state government has passed the Crimes Amendment (Retail, Fast Food, Hospitality and Transport Worker Harm) Act 2025,…
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Handbrake on home building lifted
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyThe state government has announced changes to car parking requirements aimed at making it easier to build homes in areas with strong public transport connections.…
Sport
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Rain causes havoc
Northern Star WeeklyRain again marred the latest round of the Diamond Valley Cricket Association shield competitions on Saturday. The last two-day round before the Christmas break had…
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Samson joins Lakers
Melton & Moorabool Star WeeklyCaroline Springs has unveiled one of the biggest signings in league history for next year’s Western Netball League. Former Melbourne Vixen Rahni Samson will join…
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Romsey gets the win, Rupo falls short
Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Star WeeklyRomsey was the big winner as rain was again the tale of the story in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association on Saturday. After many…
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O’Connor-Moreira stunning rise
Brimbank & Northwest Star WeeklyWestern Jets’ Charlie O’Connor Moreira thought her AFLW draft chances were over when she got injured at a training session earlier this year. The injury…
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Defender makes her mark
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyBeing selected in the AFLW draft would mean everything for the Western Jets’ Alex McBride-Loane. Having fallen in love with football after she started playing…
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VTCA T20s continue
Northern Star WeeklyGrand United kept its unbeaten start to the Victorian Turf Cricket Association T20 competition alive. The Gorillas faced Newport-Digman in a catch up match on…
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Tough retail crime laws pass
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyIn a major crackdown on workplace violence, the state government has passed the Crimes Amendment (Retail, Fast Food, Hospitality and Transport Worker Harm) Act 2025,…
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Handbrake on home building lifted
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyThe state government has announced changes to car parking requirements aimed at making it easier to build homes in areas with strong public transport connections.…
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Movies and music add to summer of fun
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyA summer of movie magic and live music is on the cards in Hobsons Bay, as two popular events return early next year. Live music…
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Breaking down barriers to build peace
Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star WeeklyFaith leaders, community representatives and councillors from across Victoria and across religions and cultures came together in Footscray last weekend for a collaborative peace building…
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A place to grow
Wyndham Star WeeklyA new mural at the Woodville Shopping Centre in Hoppers Crossing is a tangible reminder of connection and collaboration in the Wyndham community. A Place…
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Winning the right battle
Wyndham Star WeeklySt Mary of the Cross Catholic Primary School has been named the winner of the Battle of the Books in 2025. The program is run…