July start to stone ban
From the start of July, Victorian employers including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, will no longer be able to carry out work involving...
Man jailed for part in ‘evil trade’
A Maidstone man has been sentenced to five years' jail for drug trafficking, possessing a precursor chemical and having more than $140,000 cash...
Property prices hold firm
Williamstown’s median house price rose by nearly 16 per cent in the September quarter, bucking the trend of a levelling or correction of the...
A family affair
While a child’s first day of school is always exciting for any parent, for Sebastian Caviedes, it’s even more so considering the long family...
Reminder to check smoke alarms
As Victorians prepare for the end of daylight savings, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) is reminding all Victorians, including homeowners in Maribyrnong and Hobsons...
Maribyrnong Immigration Detention Centre staff ‘bullying’ detainees
The Department of Immigration is investigating allegations that security guards at Maribyrnong Immigration Detention Centre may be using excessive force against detainees.
A department spokeswoman...
From the archives
From the archives – Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessors.
10 years ago
May 2, 2012
Justice for all. Lawyers putting rights before...
Transurban defends holding back report
The proponent of a $5.5 billion freeway tunnel running under Yarraville has defended a decision not to release a report into community feedback on...
COVID death rates in the west revealed
Over the past two months, Hobsons Bay has lost 21 residents who have died with or due to COVID, recording the second highest total...
Funding pressure looms
Northern Victoria MP Wendy Lovell has warned neighbourhood houses will be under financial pressure and may be forced to cut back services if they...
Yarraville pharmacist loses chance to resume practising due to “dangerous” and “misguided” COVID views
A Yarraville pharmacist has lost the chance to continue practicing pending the outcome of a suspension review, after a tribunal found her behaviour as...
MP tips end to Williamstown shipyard
The closure of Williamstown’s shipyard is imminent, a federal MP has warned.
Up to 1100 jobs at BAE Systems are on the brink, with present...
Community newspapers deserve more: CPA
Newspaper publishers have again called on the federal government to urgently unlock funds to assist regional and community newspapers, amid fears of further stand...
Tiny homes a big deal for tackling homelessness
The first tenants in a groundbreaking “tiny home” pilot program to help tackle homelessness have praised the project for providing a sense of safety...
One last hug from Lady Mohawk
Artist Lady Mohawk is showing off her work at the Brimbank Gallery in a solo exhibition dubbed ’One Last Hug before I say Goodbye’.
The...
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Tips to avoid trouble
EPA Victoria is offering tips and advice to local businesses to ensure they do the right thing by the environment.
Environmental damage caused by industrial...
