Maribyrnong & Hobsons Bay Star Weekly
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Blind cord safety mandate aims to protect Victorian children
In 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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New regulations make psychological health a priority
In 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
The 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
In 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
The 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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Fullarton joins Seagulls
Williamstown has added another big man with the signing of former Brisbane Lion and Melbourne Demon Tom Fullarton for next year’s Victorian Football League season.…
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Movies and music add to summer of fun
A 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
Faith 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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Footscray man facing more charges
A Footscray man has been hit with further charges as part of an investigation into allegedly threatening and harassing emails sent to a CFMEU administrator…
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Recollections of a grieving uncle
Seth Crane, a young man from Tasmania’s North West Coast, recently took his own life at just 19 years of age. His uncle, Star Weekly…
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Rescue helicopter makes Newport school visit
Students at Newport Gardens Primary School got a thrill when the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service (WLRHS) landed on Tuesday 2 December. Helicopter crew members…
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Summer daze at Seaworks
Seaworks Williamstown will come alive on Saturday 13 December, from 10am – 5pm, as BIG Summer Daze brings a full day of entertainment, market shopping,…
