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Volunteering awards nominations close soon

Do you know someone in Maribyrnong or Hobsons Bay who takes time out of their day to help others? Nominations are open for the 2021...

Rate capping not working

A new report has found that the Victorian government’s rate capping policy has cost thousands of jobs and reduced the scope and quality of...

Surprise for three-year-old kinder students

Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay children will be among the tens of thousands of children across Victoria who will receive a starting gift when they...

Keep kids entertained these school holidays with the amazing parks the west has to...

Playgrounds have long been a place for children to get outdoors and have some fun, but this year has highlighted even more their importance...

Star family wishes you all a happy New Year

Star Weekly wishes you all a very happy New Year! We wish you all the best for 2022 and we can't wait to return...

Melbourne Disability Connection Expo to help those struggling to access support

Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay carers and people with disabilities are being encouraged to attend the Disability Service Provider and Participant Connection Expo. Being run by...

Scienceworks school holidays program – Tricky Sticky Water

Children on school holidays can discover the sticky nature of water at Scienceworks. Kids will be amazed as they learn how water defies gravity, travels...

Celebrate NYE at Grazeland

Celebrate the new year with some amazing food and entertainment at Grazeland! Grazeland in Spotswood is hosting New Years Eve celebrations this year. There are three...

Men urged to be sun smart

As Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents head off on summer holidays and enjoy freedom from Covid restrictions, SunSmart has issued a reminder to use...

Getting your child ready for prep

Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life and a major transition. So how do Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay parents best prepare...

Highpoint New Years trading hours

New Years trading hours at Highpoint are as follows: - Wed 29 Dec: 9am - 6pm - Thu 30 Dec: 9am - 9pm - Fri 31 Dec:...

When the going gets hot

Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents who want to update their home’s backyard exterior into a poolside paradise, or a divine outdoor dining area that...

Feed your interest

Growing vegetables in pots is a fantastic way for Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents to eat fresh and save money over summer. Whether it’s space,...

Keeping your home safe while on holidays

Keeping your home safe while away on holidays is an important issue for Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents to keep in mind during the...

Consider camping this holiday season

Faced with months of lockdown and travel restrictions over the past two years, Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents have gotten pretty good at exploring...

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Support for food relief program

The Duke Street Community House (DSCH) has continued to advocate its plight for food relief funding as the threat of closure hangs over its...