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‘Derisory’ petition response
Brimbank residents have been left disappointed in light of the planning minister’s response to a community petition calling for new inclusions to Development Victoria’s proposed…
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Homelessness strains Brimbank
The Council to Homeless Persons’ (CHP) homelessness heatmap has revealed 3279 people in Brimbank sought help from specialist homelessness services in the 2024–25 financial year,…
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Metro tunnel woes
The new timetable for the train network’s ‘Big Switch’ has come into effect, integrating the new Metro Tunnel with the wider transport network – but…
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Pop hits and Priscilla at Pride
Pride of our Footscray has two very big, but very different events coming up on consecutive nights later this month. On Wednesday 18 February, the…
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Community Calendar
Polonia Cup Hosted by the Western Eagles Soccer Club, this vibrant three-day tournament will run from Friday 20 February to Sunday 22 February at the…
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Aussie icons head west
Powerhouse vocalist Casey Donovan will join a star-studded season of entertainment at The Clocktower Centre in a year that will also bring some of our…
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Five arrested by Gang Crime Squad
Two 19-year-old men from Taylors Hill have been arrested as part of an ongoing police investigation into a series of organised crime-related incidents across Brimbank…
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Airport chaplain inspires SBS drama series
A new eight-part drama series called The Airport Chaplain, inspired by the real-life experiences of Melbourne Airport chaplain Martyn Scrimshaw, is set to bring the…
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Faces of the west
Each week Star Weekly photographers are out and about capturing events and people across the west.
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Cavaliers on the up
Green Gully is hoping to take the next step in the National Premier League competition this season. After finishing mid-table after being in the finals…
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Massive off season in EDFL womens
Several former AFLW players are headed to the Essendon District Football League women’s competition, while a couple of league best and fairest winners are on…
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Keilor sitting pretty on top
Keilor took another step closer to locking in a top two spot in the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant, division 2, section 1 competition. The Bulls…
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Blues sneak home
Keilor held its nerve late to come away with an important win against Airport West St Christopher’s in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division…
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Johannisen joins Lions
A Western Bulldogs premiership player is the latest signing for Deer Park for the Essendon District Football League premier division season. The Lions announced on…
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Sports shorts
FV Brimbank Stallions have announced two new signings for the FV state league 2 north-west season. Defenders Aaron Fabris and Oliver Paolozza have both joined…
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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…
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Fresh food, convenience and value sets tone for new look Woolworths store
East Keilor shoppers will enjoy a new Woolworths shopping experience with fresh food, convenience and value the cornerstones of the renewed and extended supermarket in…
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Treat hospitality staff with respect
Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and front…
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Spruce up your outdoor living areas
As we enter summer, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck is a bit dull…
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College celebrates outstanding class of 2025
Victoria University Secondary College is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the Class of 2025 — a cohort whose results, resilience, and ambition reflect…
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Community centre backs refund scheme
TOMRA Cleanaway congratulates the Wingate Avenue Community Centre on reaching an incredible milestone: collecting over 2 million eligible containers for refund and more than $200,000…
Women’s Health
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Social media eating ills
Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…
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Free period products a bloody good idea
Free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support people who menstruate and play sport, according to new Victoria University…
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Dialing up abortion care
Women from Melton, Wyndham, Hume and Whittlesea are reaching out in growing numbers to Victoria’s sexual and reproductive health phone line, 1800 My Options, as…
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Tech neck a growing concern
With over 5.3 million Australians suffering from neck pain, including tension neck syndrome a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) commonly known as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text neck’,…
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Lauren aims for zero deaths
Lauren Philpot, 24, is raising awareness for a cause very close to her heart having lost her mother, Leigh, to breast cancer. A lifelong Maribyrnong…
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How to avoid bones breaking bad
Australia’s rapidly ageing population will have many and varied impacts in the coming years and an increase in cases of osteoporosis is set to be…
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Free gardening workshop
Locals can learn all about growing produce in small spaces as part of a free workshop hosted by Kororoit Creek Neighbourhood House (KCNH). According to…
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My Place
Dianne Cappelli is a long-time Brimbank resident who also runs her own community Facebook page where she shares local news, updates and events. She spoke…
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BRG approved for year two
Brooklyn Recycling Group (BRG), comprising Delta Group, ResourceCo, EcoGypsum & Fertiliser (Sunshine Groupe), and City Circle, has announced it has received approval from the Environment…
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Who are these Australians?
The iconic ‘Three Well-Known Australians’ has made its way to Melbourne’s west for a limited time. The work, painted by Martin Shaw in 1982, depicts…
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Gorillas celebrate 100 years
A century on and this local cricket club doesn’t look too shabby for its age. Grand United Cricket Club (GUCC) is celebrating its 100th anniversary…
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From the archives
Star Weekly looks back on the articles of our predecessors… 40 years ago 12 February, 1986 The five Centre Unity Keilor councillors last week used…
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Measles exposure sites
The Department of Health has listed three areas in Brimbank as recent measles exposure sites. The paediatric emergency department, and the emergency department (Ambulance Victoria…
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Shots fired in Hillside
Police are investigating a firearms incident in Hillside on Monday 2 February. Shots were fired outside a Penshurst Court home about 1am. There were no…
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Power bill relief a bonus
The state government used one of the hottest days in Victoria’s history to urge households to apply for its power saving bonus program before it…
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Help for heart kids
Every day in Australia, eight babies are born with a childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD), and this February HeartKids is calling on Australians to help support…