“Disappointing” theft for conservation group
Community volunteers from the Friends of Lower Kororoit Creek (FOLKC) have allegedly been targeted by a opportunistic thief.
FOLKC president Geoffrey Mitchelmore said volunteers were...
Plea for immediate action to reduce truck pollution
The Maribyrnong Truck Action Group (MTAG) is renewing calls for the state government to take immediate action to reduce truck-related diesel pollution in Melbourne's...
Increasing fuel supply and access
Fuel supplier Mobil is starting refurbishment works of tanks associated with the former Altona refinery, as well as works in constructing a new truck...
Pier-fect party celebrates Midsumma
Seaworks in Williamstown was alive and awash with all colours of the rainbow on Saturday, January 28 as part of the Pier Festival.
As part...
Australian first study into migraines
Monash University is launching an Australian-first study which aims to capture the "burden of migraines" in the community.
The pilot study will investigate headaches...
Social housing wait-times “completely out of control”
Victorians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are in desperate need of social housing with waiting lists longer than the national average.
A new...
Get involved with REDFEB for heart disease awareness
The underdiagnoses and undertreatment of women with heart disease, including in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, will be in the spotlight this REDFEB heart awareness...
Community Calendar
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From the Archives
Star Weekly looks back at the pages of our predecessors.
40 years ago
January 25, 1983
The Ministry of Housing will spend $831,000 building 20 town houses...
Families fear cost of back to school supplies
Thousands of students, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, could miss out on essential items for learning as parents struggle to afford school...
Keeping safe on the water
Boaters and paddlers across the state, including in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, are urged to be aware of the three main tips to stay...
WorkSafe calls for higher level of work safety
WorkSafe Victoria has renewed calls for employers to not ignore well-known safety measures to avoid joining the 123 companies and directors fined for flouting...
Buckle up this long weekend
The state government are teaming up with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to remind motorists to take extra care during the long weekend.
With 24...
Revellers advised to be careful around inland waterways
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) will be keeping a close eye on inland waterways this long weekend.
The likelihood of drowning in Victoria increases by more...
Wasting no time to save food
Yarraville resident Katy Barfield has been celebrated for her endeavours in reducing how much of Australia's food goes to waste.
Awarded an honorary Medal of...
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Motorcycle safety warning ahead of summer
Police are prioritising motorcycle safety in October following a worrying rise in rider fatalities in 2024.
There have been 52 motorcyclist fatalities so far this...
