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Women’s conference delivered to Melbourne

Melbourne will host one of the biggest gender equality events to be held in Australia next year when the Women Deliver Conference 2026 happens...

Baby screening program expanded

Victorian newborns will now be screened for an additional rare and serious genetic disorder through an expanded testing program announced by the state government. Acting...

Body exhumed in murder probe

Williamstown amateur historian Barb McNeill is Star Weekly’s history columnist. This week she revisits the sad tale of Margaret Mould whose body was exhumed...

Vaccinate against measles before overseas travel

Victorians have been encouraged to protect themselves and their families from measles by ensuring they are immunised, with outbreaks overseas posing a particular risk...

Young Muslims using their voice

War in the Middle East is affecting diaspora groups across the world. Jaidyn Kennedy spoke to two western suburbs residents who are using their...

Royal Life Saving Urges Men to ‘Make the Right Call’ for Water Safety This Holiday Weekend

This long weekend, Royal Life Saving is urging blokes to ‘Make the Right Call’ when around the water with their mates and families. Over...

Creative project funds available

Applications for the Creative Projects Fund which supports Victorian artists, creative collectives and organisations to develop exciting new work and undertake professional opportunities are...

De Jong gets his chance

Werribee Giants’ Wesley De Jong wasn’t even thinking of playing in the Australian Baseball League when he got a call up for the final...

Cousins, Eyers join Werribee

Werribee has announced its first new signings of the new year with talented youngsters Mace Cousins and Ryan Eyers joining the club. The two defenders,...

Lohmann ready for Tigers challenge

Werribee recruit Jake Lohmann isn’t afraid to take a chance as he chases his AFL dream. The small forward moved to Brisbane last year to...

Bears big win

It was a bittersweet win for Bellbridge in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Evans-Clark Shield on Saturday. It was a dominant performance by the Bears...

Werribee gets much needed win

It’s must win for Werribee for the rest of the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association south-west competition if it's any chance of playing finals. The Tigers...

Taranto relishing return

It hasn’t been the season that Western United women had been after so far, but one of the highlights has been the return of...

Eden Academy’s new childcare centre in Werribee Opening Soon!

Staff are thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of Eden Academy’s brand-new childcare centre in Werribee, offering exceptional early education for children aged 6...

Discover your next adventure

Geelong Travel’s highly anticipated Travel and World Cruise Expo returns to the city on Sunday, February 2, at GMHBA Stadium. The annual event promises to...

Treat hospitality staff with respect

Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and...

Spruce up your outdoor living areas

As we enter summer, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck is a bit...

#WeLoveWerribeeSouth and the rest of Melbourne should too

Welcome to 3030 Waterfront in Werribee South, a beautiful coastal spot where nature meets modern convenience! Nestled between the sparkling bay and lush farmland,...

As 2024 closes, the future is bright at Club Tarneit

As the team at Club Tarneit wrap up an incredible year, they find themselves reflecting on the amazing journey since opening the club’s doors...

Antenatal care without the stigma

Finding the right place to give birth and be comfortable is something that is near the top of an expecting mother’s lists. The hospital needs...

Pelvic pain and what to do about it

Alex Lopes is a pelvic health physiotherapist, the director of Pelvic Health Melbourne in Altona North, and past national chair of the Australian Physiotherapy...

Conversations are key this White Ribbon Month

As White Ribbon Month gets under way, the organisation is working harder than ever to prevent violence against women by engaging men and boys...

Taranto’s road to recovery

One of the hallmarks of the rise of women’s sport over the last decade, is the sense that it is different. Rather than just...

A breast check could save your life

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cancer Council Victoria is urging Victorians to check their breasts, with data showing that breast cancer is the most...

Push to count metastatic breast cancer patients

Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is calling for Victoria to follow in New South Wales’ footsteps and count people with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). On...

Long weekend campfire warning

Fire authorities and public land managers are telling campers to make sure they check the conditions and revise campfire safety practices ahead of the...

Local artist honours farmers

Werribee artist Linda Venema has unveiled her latest painting at Brothers on K in Werribee South. The painting is an ode to the agricultural history...

Brookfield man charged over murder of Mambourin man

Police have charged a 31-year-old Brookfield man with murder following the death of a 36-year-old Mambourin man . The 36-year-old Mambourin man’s body was located...

Lino Atem GoFundMe

A GoFundMe has been established to help support the family of Lino ‘Jum’ Atem, who was killed in an attack in Wyndham Vale on...

Shock election bid

A shock last-minute candidate has thrown his hat in the ring for next month’s Werribee by-election. Aidan McLindon is mayor of outer north growth council...

Seaworks prepares for ocean exhibition

Staff at the Seawork’s in Williamstown are putting the final touches on preparations for one of the maritime precinct’s biggest and most ambitious events...

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De Jong gets his chance

Werribee Giants’ Wesley De Jong wasn’t even thinking of playing in the Australian Baseball League when he got a call up for the final...