News
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Supporting diabetes knowledge
Seddon resident Steve Flint has received further support towards completing a postgraduate course to broaden his skill set in assisting people living with diabetes. Currently…
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Urgent call for blood donors
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has issued an urgent national call for donors, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to roll up their sleeves as…
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Nominations open for multicultural awards of excellence
The state government is highlighting Victorians who have helped shape multiculturalism in the state through the 2022 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence. Nominations are now…
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Better harrassment protection in the workplace
Victorians will be better protected from sexual harassment in workplaces, such as those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, under reforms aiming to change the way…
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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 20, 1982 The words “Go West” will be the driving force…
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Victorian sports community rallies behind road safety round
Sporting clubs across Victoria, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, and the state government are banding together to promote road safety and honour those…
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Disabled sport stars set to be recognised
Nominations are now open for the 2022 Victorian Disability Sport and Recreation Awards. Finalists will be announced in October and the awards ceremony will be…
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Callout for firefighters for Port Phillip forest fire management
Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay project firefighters are encouraged to helping protect Victorian communities for the upcoming bushfire season and to assist with land management activities…
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Honouring tireless work of volunteers
The Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand has honoured two club stalwarts for their years of support and work for the club. During the club’s recent…
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Community grants open
Applications for Maribyrnong council’s Community Grants program for 2022 are now open. Not-for-profit community groups, agencies and certified social enterprises are encouraged to apply for…
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Helping hand for land care lessons
Newport and Altona Meadows students have received an extra hand to exercise their green thumbs and learn about the benefits of connecting with nature as…
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Extended journey coming for trail users
The tenders are now open for an extension of the Bay Trail and repairs of the seawall at Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park to allow…
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Hobsons Bay residents celebrate Eid
During the early morning of Saturday, July 9, Muslims in Hobsons Bay gathered at the Australian Islamic Centre to commemorate the beginning of Eid. The…
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Extra facilities for man’s best friend
Users of the Brooklyn Reserve Dog Park and their furry friends have had their pleas for additional seating and a drink fountain heard. Council approved…
















