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Keilor speedster caught
A 21-year-old Taylors Lakes man has been charged after police observed a vehicle allegedly travelling at around 165km/h on the Calder Freeway in Keilor about…
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First tunnel trains pass through west
Commuters from the inner-west were among the first passengers to ride the Metro Tunnel when it opened on Sunday morning after nearly a decade of…
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New chair for VicHealth
VicHealth board member Ian Hamm has been named the new chair of the organisation, replacing former federal Health Minister and longtime Gellibrand MP, Nicola Roxon…
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Grants programs to honour veterans
Applications now open for two grants programs aimed at upgrading Victoria’s veterans memorials. The Veterans Capital Works Grant Program will provide grants of up to…
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Shoppers reminded of consumer rights ahead of Christmas
Shoppers preparing for the biggest sales period of the year are being reminded that consumer protections apply to discounted items just as much as full-price…
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New RACV campaign rolls out
RACV is shining a spotlight on Melbourne’s most dangerous intersections, with a new campaign that targets Melburnians heading into the hotspots. RACV announced the results…
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Dog attack fears as parcel delivery ramps up
Australia Post is urging dog owners to properly secure their pets this holiday season, as new data reveals 46 posties a week are falling victim…
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Premier announces First Nations Apology
Premier Jacinta Allan has announced that she will make a formal apology in Parliament House on Tuesday 9 December . The apology is a key…
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Melbourne’s most delicious festival is back
The Melbourne Food & Wine Festival is returning from 20 to 29 March with 200 events to excite the appetites of foodies seeking uniquely Victorian…
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Free weekend travel for carers and disability pensioners
Public transport on weekends will soon be free across the state for carers and disability pensioners. Premier Jacinta Allan alongside Transport Infrastructure Minister Gabrielle Williams,…
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Melton’s merry carols
Hannah Watts Park is set to light up with festive cheer as Melton’s Carol by Candlelights returns on Saturday 13 December. The much-loved, free family-friendly…
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Decorate gingerbread people
As the calendar flicks over to December and Christmas decorations come out of closets and into shopping centres and onto streets, you may start to…
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Saturday of the dog
Saturday 6 December will be a dogs’ day out in Yarraville with the Sun Theatre hosting a cinematic celebration of the Western Bulldogs to mark…
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Councillor wins award
Brimbank councillor Katharine Nikolic has received a state government award at a ceremony celebrating the achievements of women in local government. The first-term councillor took…
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Faces of the west
Each week Star Weekly photographers are out and about capturing events and people across the west. Keep an eye on this new weekly section for…
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