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Viewing self through new lenses
Melbourne-based artist Scotty So is combining elements of drag performance, singing, video and object-based art in his new exhibition. These Bodies of Video Works is…
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Left “in limbo”
What was Dirk Ottley’s home has become a barely usable shelter after a tree suddenly fell on it earlier this month. The 60-year-old has been…
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Yarraville residents advised to avoid Stony Creek after unknown substance spill
Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria are continuing investigations into a unknown substance spill at Stony Creek in Yarraville last week, which gave the creek a…
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It’s all happening in Hobsons Bay
Community groups and organisations have become such an important part of the fabric of Hobsons Bay. Not only are they great social hubs, bringing people…
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Search for duo after hit-run collision in Altona Meadows
Police have appealed for anyone with information on a hit-run collision between a scooter and a cyclist on Sunday, February 12. The unregistered scooter and…
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New funding to support LGBTIQ+ community
Applications are now open for the 2023 LGBTIQ+ Leadership Program, supported by the state government. For the first time the program will be tailored to…
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Teachers encouraged to sign up to inclusive education courses
Victorian teachers have been encouraged to strengthen their knowledge and skills in inclusive education by applying for a place in one of two post-graduate courses.…
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From the Archives
Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessors. 40 years ago February 8, 1983 Footscray council will press the state government to stop…
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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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Equality in comedy
Six female and non-binary performers have been named recipients of the 2023 Stand Up! grants program by the state government to present shows at the…
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Scam education available
Crime Stoppers Victoria and BankVic are extending their partnership to educate the broader Victorian community, including individuals in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, about the risks…
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Providing food to those in need this Christmas
Woolworths stores across Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay are partnering with local communities this holiday season to aim towards raising $3.5 million for the OzHarvest Christmas…
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New jobs for mental health trainees
New community support jobs for Mental Health and Wellbeing trainees are coming as part of a new state government program. Mental Health Minister Gabrielle Williams…
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All adults eligible for COVID booster dose
All adults who have not had a COVID-19 booster or a confirmed case in the past six months are now eligible to receive a booster…
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Shaping the future of Aviation Road
Laverton community members are encouraged to have their say on the draft Aviation Road Master Plan. Proposals outlined in the document include the introduction of…
















