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School receives significant grant
Gilson College in Taylors Hill has received a $800,000 federal government grant to improve its sporting facilities. The grant will go towards the reconstruction of…
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Council’s holiday period service updates
Brimbank council has announced important service updates during the festive period that may impact locals. Between the dates of 24 and 31 December: -Keilor Community…
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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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Local’s warning to pet owners
A Keilor resident is urging neighbours to take extra precautions to keep pets safe from snakes this summer after his cat was bitten. Local Jim…
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’Heartbreaking’ trading issues
A local food truck owner said he is not sure his small business will survive after attempting to negotiate trading conditions following the rejection of…
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Community Calendar
Christmas Celebration Services Ever thought about why it’s called Christmas? Come and find out when the Brimbank Presbyterian Church holds its two Christmas celebration services…
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When school is out for the final time
Thirteen years of primary and secondary schooling comes to an end for my daughter this week as we wait for the final piece of the…
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Jimmy Barnes tribute act comes to Keilor
Locals looking for an afternoon of classic tunes, great food and good vibes can head to a music festival in Keilor this month. Keilor Bowls…
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From the archives
Star Weekly looks back on the pages of our predecessors. 50 years ago 17 December, 1975 Two of Sunshine Council’s most senior executive officers have…
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Have your say
Community members have been invited to share their feedback on Brimbank council’s draft ‘statement of commitment for a safe and inclusive Brimbank’. The statement outlines…
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Family flees Caroline Springs house fire
A family of five escaped a house fire in Caroline Springs on Sunday 7 December, with one man sustaining burns to his face and hands.…
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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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Christmas brunch for struggling locals
Locals doing it tough on Christmas day are invited to a community Christmas brunch in Brimbank. The ‘more hope for Christmas’ brunch is hosted by…
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