News
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Bellissimo brewery plans floated
Franco Cozzo’s iconic Footscray store would be transformed into a three-storey Moon Dog brewery and bar, if plans with Maribyrnong council were approved. The proposed…
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Operation under way to keep Altona and Williamstown safe during summer
Altona and Williamstown residents and visitors are advised to expect an increase in police patrols along the foreshore as summer gets underway. Victoria Police’s Operation…
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Open house at The Fabric
Property developer Mirvac is opening one of its ‘Future Ready Display Homes’ to the Altona North community, as part of its $350 million housing development…
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RAAF Laverton sewer spill under control
Quick work from Greater Western Water workers have limited any impact of a sewerage spill at the RAAF base in Laverton. According to a Greater…
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EPA advises to clean or dispose of flood-affected produce
Flood-affected Maribyrnong homeowners who have a fruit or vegetable garden in their backyard are advised to clean all produce before consuming it. The Environment Protection…
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Effie coming out to Yarraville
Greek comedy superstar Effie Stephanidis is coming to the Yarraville Club for two special Christmas performances of her show ‘Better Out Than In’. Actress and…
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Party the year away at Footscray Park
Maribyrnong council will be ringing in 2023 at Footscray Park. For the first time since 2019, the council’s celebrations will be held in-person. Residents are…
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Building sewing skills
Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski visited the Louis Joel Community Centre recently to see the sewing skills on show at a free drop-in sewing repair…
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Making way for the next generation of AI aged care
Aged care provider McKenzie Aged Care will be collaborating with Victoria University and other tertiary education providers and partner organisations to fund 13 university student…
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Flavour trip coming to Footscray
Footscray’s Railway Reserve will be transforming into a foodie’s nirvana as part of the return of the Footscray Night Market event series. The program will…
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Epoxy resin spill run-off limited
The Environment Protection Authority [EPA] Victoria has begun investigations into a spill of epoxy resin at a Tottenham business. EPA and Fire Rescue Victoria [FRV]…
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New online portal live
Maribyrnong residents can now access parking permits, daily transactions and service requests via a new Maribyrnong council online portal. MyMaribyrnong can be used to pay…
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Encouraging diverse filmmakers
Entries for the 10th annual Setting Sun Film Festival [SSFF] are now open for short and feature filmmakers. The festival will be held from May…
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Challenging ideas through dance and drama
The Bluestone Church Arts Space will be hosting two unique arts performances over the coming weeks. As part of the Amplify program, a collective of…
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Pieces of dance minds on show
Three unique voices within Melbourne’s dance scene will be bringing their newest creations to The Substation. Lucy Guerin Inc’s newest exhibition of its show Pieces…
















