Dirty start for schools
Government schools are going to be ‘dirtier, unhygienic, and ultimately more dangerous’ for students, a union is warning following ongoing contract disputes with cleaning...
Bike path frustration
A Footscray cyclist who was hit by a car while riding, is part of a growing chorus of people claiming they are being made...
Five arrested for arson attacks
Four men have been charged following a number of arson attacks in the past three weeks, including three in Altona and one in Sunshine.
Last...
Complaints to AFCA top 100,000 a year for first time
Australia’s financial dispute resolution scheme has for the first time recorded 100,000 complaints in a calendar year – just ahead of the fifth anniversary...
Water quality hit by heavy rains
The widespread rains across the state are going to have a major impact on water quality for recreational swimmers for some days to come,...
Ace season of Aus open set to begin
Tennis fans from Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay across the nation and around the world are gearing up for a lively summer at Melbourne Park with...
VICSWIM 2024 in full swing
With summer in full swing, residents from Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay may find themselves heading into the water more often.
While Australia is a water...
Yachts galore
The F15 National Championships took place at Altona Beach last week.
Star Weekly photographers captured the event across two days.
Secret life of pets
Pet owners across Victoria, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, have shared their unique insights and opinions on pet ownership, attitudes, and experiences...
CFA supports flood affected communities
More than 200 Country Fire Authority (CFA) volunteers supported VICSES in flood recovery efforts in the first 10 days of the year, with some...
Summer safety for cyclists and e-scooter users
Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) is reminding transport users in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay to adopt a safety mindset over summer, as Victoria...
Curriculum to help teachers and students learn about vaping harm
Teachers of year 7 to 10 students will now have access to a range of new vaping education resources designed to teach young people...
Don’t let cancer in
With UV levels consistently at very high and extreme levels, SunSmart Victoria is ramping up its skin cancer prevention campaign as new data shows...
Altona hosts F15 championships
Last week, Altona Beach witnessed the thrilling F15 Skiff National Championships, showcasing top-tier sailing talent.
The standout performer was the team aboard "Redback" (Boat No....
Altona tobacco store lit again
An Altona Tobacco store has been allegedly torched twice in as many days.
Just before 4am on Thursday, it is believed offenders smashed the front...
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Bunjaku battles through
Trying to win a world title is hard enough, let alone having to do it with a broken leg.
That was the case for...
