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Five arrested following Deanside pursuit and crash
Police have arrested five teenagers after an incident where a male was allegedly assaulted and dragged into a vehicle before being involved in a pursuit…
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Williamstown cold case mystery
Thirty-two years ago, 79-year-old Leah Buck was attacked and robbed in Williamstown in broad daylight. The severe injuries she sustained would result in her death…
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CPR presentation
Brimbank locals can join Ambulance Victoria for a friendly and helpful session about keeping young children healthy and safe. The ‘call, push, shock’ (CPR) presentation,…
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Community garden produce stolen
Volunteers at Horseshoe Bend Community Group (HBCG) have been left shocked after a large quantity of ripened vegetables were stolen from a community garden. President…
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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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My Place
Kate Newitt is the principal of the recently de-merged Hillside Primary School. She spoke to Sam Porter about her role and her connection to the…
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Ardeer grassfire, smoke warning
Firefighters responded to a grassfire on Ballarat Road in Ardeer on the afternoon of Tuesday 17 February. Crews arrived on scene to find a grass…
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Seedlings for schools
Public and private early learning centres, family day cares and schools within Brimbank can sign up for the autumn rollout of the ’veggie seedlings in…
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Total fire ban declared
Residents across Brimbank are being urged to remain vigilant today, with a total fire ban declared for Victoria’s Central District amid hot, dry and windy…
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Sport
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Parkers run over
For the first time in five seasons, there will be no Deer Park in the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant premier division grand final. After being…
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Gorillas hold on
Grand United has given itself a chance against ladder leaders Williamstown Imperials in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Steve McNamara Shield. With six teams still…
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Eagles looking for consistency
Sunshine Eagles know they need to be on their A-grade game for the rest of the Baseball Victoria summer league premier 1 first nine competition.…
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Georgies top flight return
It was a day almost eight years in the making for Caroline Springs George Cross on Saturday. The Georgies made their return to the National…
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Johns’ new challenge
One door closed and another opened for new Keilor Thunder signing Matt Johns. Johns, who had been playing in Queensland, was set to play basketball…
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Spring Hills ready to go
Spring Hills got a taste of what the National Premier League women’s competition was like last season, and are keen for more. Spring Hills showed…
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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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From office to paramedic
Graduate paramedic Tracie Avion had never interacted with Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics until she witnessed someone go into cardiac arrest about eight years ago. Seeing…
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Community Calendar
Harrick’s Cottage and Police Hut Open Day Keilor Historical Society is hosting an open day, launching its publication and exhibition about ‘early transport in the…
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Getting into the groove
Brimbank locals enjoyed an afternoon of ballroom dancing at Sydenham Neighbourhood House. The classes, offered by Brimbank council, are for all levels, giving those new…
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From the archives
Star Weekly looks back at the pages of our predecessors… 40 years ago 26 February, 1986 Angry Deer Park residents have slammed the federal government’s…
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Ambulance response times up
Ambulance response times in Brimbank increased slightly during the last quarter, according to the latest data released by Ambulance Victoria (AV). In the October to…
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Blood donation pop-up
Locals are being invited to roll up their sleeves and give blood as Lifeblood hosts a blood donation popup in Sunshine early next month. Lifeblood…
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Love is in the air
Couples at Doutta Galla Aged Care facility in Sunshine were treated to a romantic lunch date on Thursday 12 February ahead of Valentine’s Day. Workers…
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My place
Wasi Abidi grew up in Melton before moving to St Albans. Benefitting from a western scholarships program through Western Chances, Mr Abidi told Jack O’Shea-Ayres…
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Aussie kids salt risk
Research from Deakin University has suggested most Australian children are at risk of developing high blood pressure at a younger age due to eating too…
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Finalists announced for AFL community venue award
The 2025 finalists have been announced for the AFL’s Ken Gannon Football Facilities Award, recognising the projects that set the benchmark in best-practice design and…