Northern Star Weekly

  • Lalor United focused on the task at hand

    Lalor United focused on the task at hand

    Lalor United continues to hold the chasing pack at bay in the FV state league 2 north-west competition. With four rounds remaining, Lalor United sits…

  • By-election voting closed

    By-election voting closed

    Provisional results from the by-election in Whittlesea’s Lalor Ward will be known from next week. Voting in the by-election closed at 6pm on Friday, August…

  • Illicit tobacco seized in Campbellfield

    Illicit tobacco seized in Campbellfield

    A Craigieburn man has been charged after police seized illicit tobacco valued at close to $2 million and a loaded firearm during a search in…

  • Eagles through, Lions out

    Eagles through, Lions out

    Whittlesea will get two cracks at making the Northern Football League women’s division 3 grand final, after a strong first up finals win. The Eagles,…

  • Anniversary to be commemorated

    Anniversary to be commemorated

    Next year will mark the 25th anniversary of Hume council’s Social Justice Charter. Council will plan to host a civic event in 2026 to mark…

  • Protect yourself from burns this winter

    Protect yourself from burns this winter

    Ambulance Victoria is helping educate the community about burn prevention and correct treatment. AV metropolitan acting director regional and clinical operations Jessica McGowan said burn…

  • Take a night-time stroll through Thomastown

    Take a night-time stroll through Thomastown

    Grab your friends, family, and walking shoes to experience Thomastown in a fun new light at Walking Thomastown, a magical night-time walk through one of…

  • Entries close soon

    Entries close soon

    Time is running out to win the journey of a lifetime! Entries close at noon on Thursday, 14 August, so don’t miss your chance to…

  • New look for Alexander Avenue shopping precinct

    New look for Alexander Avenue shopping precinct

    A major streetscape upgrade has revitalised the Alexander Avenue shopping precinct in Thomastown, creating a safer, greener and more inviting space for locals and visitors.…

  • Pacers hoping to bounce back to keep season alive

    Pacers hoping to bounce back to keep season alive

    Whittlesea Pacers are already turning their attention to the second week of finals as they look to keep their title hopes alive in Big V…

  • $1m reward on offer

    $1m reward on offer

    A $1 million reward is on offer for information in relation to the fatal shooting of Robert Issa in a Craigieburn shopping centre car park…

  • Pacers strong connection

    Pacers strong connection

    Whittlesea Pacers return to Big V women’s division 1 finals kicked off in the perfect manner. After not having a women’s side for a number…