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Study highlights COVID-19 mental health impacts on sport participation
A new Victoria University study has highlighted the impacts of COVID-19 on community sport participants, with the men surveyed reporting lower mental health when they…
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Strong recommendation for face masks at school
The state government has sent out a recommendation for students to wear face masks while indoors. Sent out on Tuesday, July 16, the Victorian Department…
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Advocating for net zero carbon production
Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay councils have joined forces with 22 other Victorian councils to push for more sustainable designs within planning laws. The councils lodged…
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A modern upgrade for centre
South Kingsville community members have welcomed a renewed look at the South Kingsville Community Centre. Supported with a West Gate Neighbourhood Fund grant of close…
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Grieve Parade exit ramp set to close
The Grieve Parade outbound exit ramp from the West Gate Freeway will be closed from 9pm on Friday, July 29 and reopen at 5am on…
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Carbon monoxide warning for outdoor heaters
Energy Safe Victoria [ESV] has issued a warning for those across Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay to not use outdoor heating appliances to keep their homes…
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Dig deep for warm clothes appeal
Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay residents are encouraged to rummage through their closets and wardrobes to find surplus warm wear to donate it to those in…
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Community Calendar
Want your event listed? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities.…
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From The Archives
Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessors. 40 years ago July 27, 1982 A study by Footscray Institute of Technology has shown…
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Search on for man who rammed police car
Maribyrnong Crime Investigation Unit detectives have appealed for public assistance to identify a man who allegedly rammed a police car in Braybrook last month. Leading…
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One million Victorians request energy bonus
The state government has announced a $205 million boost to its Power Saving Bonus program, which has already been taken up by one million households.…
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Community grants open
Multicultural and multifaith organisations in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay can now apply for state government grants to help strengthen their services and aid in social…
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Grants for relief markets open
Pop-up food relief markets could soon be established at various locations across Melbourne, as part of a state government trial program. Disability, Ageing and Carers…
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Seniors invited to have their say
The Victorian Government is inviting seniors in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay to share their thoughts on government services, in what is the biggest project of…
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Jumping and breakdancing for joy
Braybrook and Footscray-based not-for-profit organisation and charity L2R Dance has received a $50,000 boost to its annual free hip hop dance programs, as part of…
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