News
-
Maidstone’s martial arts master
Like many people at this time of year, Carlos Vieira is hoping for a successful year ahead, though it’s unlikely the Brazilian born martial artist…
-
10 fantastic places to swim in Melbourne’s west and north this summer
Summer in Melbourne can get hot, and nothing beats a refreshing dip to cool off. Luckily, the western and northern suburbs of the city are…
-
Two arrested following copper theft
A West Footscray man and a St Albans man have been arrested following a theft in Altona. Officers were called to reports of a theft…
-
Total Fire Ban on Friday
A statewide Total Fire Ban has been declared for Victoria tomorrow, Friday 9 January, with Catastrophic Fire Danger Ratings forecast for the South West, Wimmera,…
-
The foundry floor shapes more than metal
In an era dominated by screens, automation and rapid turnover, the clang of tools and the glow of molten metal feel like relics of another…
-
Williamstown workshop for willing women
A much-loved local women’s choir is inviting the Williamstown community to raise their voices and experience the joy of singing together, with a free workshop…
-
From the archives
Star Weekly looks back on the pages of our predecessors. 40 years ago 15 January, 1986 Newport residents and shopkeepers are working towards presenting the…
-
Western United set to receive financial lifeline
Western United are set to avoid liquidation and keep their hopes of returning to the A-Leagues alive after securing the funds required to pay off…
-
Sprinklers close tunnel
The citybound West Gate Tunnel has been closed due to a sprinkler fault. It’s understood a false alarm set off the deluge sprinkler system in…
-
Library hours extended this week
Maribyrnong libraries has announced Braybrook library will be open for extended hours on Wednesday 7 January and Thursday 8 January. On both days, the library…
-
Dumping illegal dumping
Applications are open for the state government’s the new $8.5 million Illegal Dumping Clean-up Rebate Program. The program will provide financial assistance to councils and…
-
Contamination closes pool
Inner-west residents looking for somewhere to cool off in the heat will have to look further afield with the 50-metre pool at the Maribyrnong Aquatic…
-
Sunset Safari returns
Sunsets are pretty good, but sunsets on the savannah are wild. Werribee Open Range Zoo’s Sunset Safari event is returning this year and will feature…
-
Help keep Blue-tongues safe
Spotting a blue-tongue lizard might cause a fright but it is no reason to be concerned, according to a nature educator. Susie Inglis from Nature…
-
Western waterways protected
Waterways across Melbourne’s west are now subject to extra environmental protection under new rules announced by the state government. The Maribyrnong River, Werribee River, Stony…
















