Brimbank & Northwest Star Weekly
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Beating the heat
Brimbank residents dove into relief these school holidays, flocking to local swimming pools to beat the summer heat. Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic dropped by…
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Lunar Festival returns
The St Albans Lunar Festival will return to Alfrieda Street this month with thousands of people expected to take part in one of Melbourne’s largest…
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Free day of fun
Locals will be treated to a free family day out in St Albans this month. Hosted by St Albans Sports Club with support from Brimbank…
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Library hours extended this week
Maribyrnong libraries has announced Braybrook library will be open for extended hours on Wednesday 7 January and Thursday 8 January. On both days, the library…
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Council to launch road campaign
Brimbank council has announced it will launch a new community campaign this year, aimed at pressuring the state government to urgently commit to duplicating Taylors…
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Pool hours extended 7 January
Sunshine Leisure Centre has announced it will extend its pool hours until 8.30pm tonight on Wednesday 7 January. In a social media post, the centre…
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Keilor library hours extended
Keilor library hours have been extended in 2026 on Mondays and Tuesdays. The library is now open from 9.30am-5pm on Mondays and from 9.30am-8pm on…
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Total Fire Ban declared
A Total Fire Ban for Geelong, Melbourne and surrounds has been declared for the first time this season with temperatures on Wednesday 7 January expected…
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Moths after dark event
Locals looking to learn more about the fascinating world of moths and other nocturnal insects can register for a free guided citizen science event in…
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Landmark report arrives in Brimbank
Locals can now access the landmark findings of the Yoorrook Justice Commission with copies of the final report being distributed to libraries in Brimbank and…
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Twelve-year old recognised for bravery
Twelve-year-old western suburbs resident Matilda Little has been recognised for her bravery and quick thinking after she helped save her mum Katarina Aleksevic during an…
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Fostering social bonds in retirement villages
One of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to meet people is by taking part in village activities. Morning teas, group fitness classes, arts and…
