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Reshaping the road ahead

Each year, at the beginning of September, Marian College celebrates Founders Day (Brigidine Celebration Day), where the community looks back at the tradition and...

Empowering young women

Marco Di Cesare, principal of Caroline Chisholm Catholic College, says the pros and cons of single-sex and mixed education are constantly being debated but...

The ideal way to explore Victoria

With travel restrictions in place due to the pandemic, people were starting to go stir-crazy – but all that has changed. So there couldn’t...

How to style and design your new backyard

Your backyard provides you with the perfect space to relax, enjoy a swim, cook, or entertain. If you’re ready to give your home’s outdoor...

ZZ Totz is TOTS epic

Colourful paper, a splash of glue and a healthy dose of imagination have been key to ZZ Totz helping parents find a way through...

Dry eyes and its impact on your vision

Dry Eye Syndrome (DES) is a common ocular condition that impacts visual comfort and clarity. A survey conducted by Optometry Australia found that 77...

Calling all job hunters

Are you a people person? A recent high school or university graduate? Looking for a career change? The Star News Group is looking for...

Slow Food movement gains momentum

A movement towards “good, clean and fair” food production is picking up traction in the west. Slow Food Melbourne is an eco-gastronomy association interested in...

Inspiring, encouraging and now, co-educational

St Aloysius College has commenced an exciting new chapter in the college’s rich 136 year history, marking for the first time a co-educational Year...

Local thrift stores making secondhand second nature

Two thrift stores in Melbourne’s west are part of a growing push for sustainable fashion, offering eco-conscious shoppers affordable alternatives while reducing waste. Located...

Dedicated to learning excellence at Caroline Chisholm

Caroline Chisholm Catholic College is a multi-site, co-educational secondary college in Melbourne’s inner west. The college community has dedicated itself to learning excellence in an...

The benefits of craft in an uncertain world

There’s no doubt about it, the last two years have been a rollercoaster ride of change, fear and uncertainty. However, one thing that many...

Small school, big heart

Annunciation Primary School is “where every child matters to every teacher”. Principal Robyn Kelly says the Brooklyn Catholic school’s mantra reflects the values of...

A retirement lifestyle like no other

What does your perfect day look like? Is it a family outing to the beach? A leisurely hike through the Wetlands Bird Sanctuary? Or...

Discover Williamstown

Williamstown Specialist Centre Williamstown Specialist Centre is located in the lovely seaside suburb of Williamstown, which is approximately 10 kilometres south west of the Melbourne...

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Morning melody with Rhonda Burchmore

Rhonda Burchmore is ready to entertain you with some marvellous Morning Melodies at the Encore Events Centre in Hoppers Crossing on Tuesday, December 10. Between...