Northern Star Weekly
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Westmeadows hotel approved despite objections
A hotel will be developed on Mickleham Road in Westmeadows despite hundreds of objections. In December 2025, the state government approved a permit to use…
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Celebrate crooner classics with the Rosie Show
Get ready to step back in time with Rosemary Clooney’s ‘The Ultimate Crooner Show’. The fabulous TV host Rosie, will make special tributes to her…
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Kookas, Lions in tie
Rivergum and South Morang couldn’t be split on Tuesday night in round six of the Diamond Valley Cricket Association Mash Shield summer smash. The Kookas…
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Six sets of twins ready for school
Like many others, these students are starting at a new school this year, but they won’t be walking into their first day alone. Maryah, Maryam,…
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Bestselling author-illustrator inspires young creatives
Kids have flocked to Lalor Library to learn all about creative writing and drawing from bestselling children’s author-illustrator, Ben Wood. Wood guided the budding creatives…
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Detox and turn your home sustainable
Whittlesea is hosting a home sustainability speed dating event for residents to ask a range of experts about making their home more comfortable, energy-efficient and…
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Weastmeadows hotel approved despite objections
A hotel will be developed on Mickleham Road in Westmeadows despite hundreds of objections. In December 2025, the state government approved a permit to use…
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Calling all environment enthusiasts
Nature lovers, local volunteers and and environment enthusiasts can now register for Hume’s 2026 nature stewards program. The environmental education course spans over 10 weeks,…
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Youths arrested after car stolen from home
Police arrested two youths this morning, January 20, after they allegedly stole a car from a house in Mernda. It is alleged that a 17-year-old…
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Panthers keep going
Merrifield Panthers are continuing on their merry way in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association George Luscombe Shield. Last season’s premiers, the Panthers sit undefeated…
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Vietnamese care moves north
The Australian Vietnamese Women’s Association (AVWA) has opened a permanent northern hub in Thomastown. AVWA marked the occasion with an opening ceremony on 15 January…
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Australia Day in the park
Hume is hosting Australia Day in the Park, a free community event to celebrate community, culture and connection. Hume mayor Carly Moore said the event…
