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Respect the environment and each other
The Conservation Regulator, Forest Fire Management Victoria and Parks Victoria are urging responsible recreation as Victorians take a well-earned break this festive season. Trail bike-riding,…
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It’s summer – time for a barbie
It’s summer, which means a few things, but one of the best parts of the season is having a good old-fashioned Aussie barbecue. The sizzle…
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Toddler snacks on Australian supermarket shelves fail sugar recommendations
More than three quarters (78 per cent) of ready-made toddler foods found in supermarkets do not meet all sugar recommendations set by the World Health…
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Top barbecue ideas for summer
As summer sets in across Australia, it’s the perfect time to fire up the barbecue and enjoy some of the country’s best grilled dishes. From…
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Tips to keep kids engaged when the family is dining out
When dining out at a restaurant with kids, it’s essential to have a few tricks tucked up your sleeve to keep them entertained and engaged.…
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Seven tips to surviving the Boxing Day sales
One sleep following Christmas comes the years ultimate shopping event – the boxing day sales. Often the busiest shopping day in the year, it can…
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Be careful with Christmas leftovers
With a shortage of vets nationally and emergency veterinary hospitals already at their capacity, the public is urged not to allow their pets to consume…
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Lifeline prepares for influx over holidays
As Lifeline prepares for the busiest time of year, Australians are being encouraged to take time out to plan for how they will cope with…
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Free public transport every weekend this summer
Victorians will now be able to board the state’s buses, trams and trains for free on weekends this summer. From the day the Metro Tunnel…
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Sport
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Deeble for 2025
Some of the most talented athletes in the western suburbs will be vying for the prestigious 2025 Don Deeble Sports Star award next month. The…
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Weather gods again cause havoc
The weather again played havoc on Saturday for local sports people but there was still plenty of action. Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic was out…
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Ivisic signs on
Midfielder Xavier Ivisic is the latest player to sign on with Werribee for next year’s Victorian Football League season. Ivisic arrives at Melbourne Avalon Airport…
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Agius steps up at West Point
Jacob Agius will step up at West Point having been named the club’s men’s coach for next year’s FV state league 6 north-west season. Agius…
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O’Connor Moreira drafted
Western Jets’ Charlie O’Connor Moreira will stay close to home, while former number one draft pick Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner has got her wish in the AFLW…
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Cats’ strong form
Hoppers Crossing is playing its best cricket of the past couple of Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association seasons, it’s just a matter of getting on the…
In Business
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Treat hospitality staff with respect
Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can also be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and…
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Celebrating the Hoppers Crossing Secondary College Class of 2025
On Friday, 24 October, Hoppers Crossing Secondary College proudly celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2025 — marking the end of their high school…
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Bottle-hunting siblings clean up and cash in
Wyndham Vale’s recycling super-siblings, Divit and Diya Nathan, haven’t slowed down since they first hit the headlines for “bottle hunting” in their local parks. Back…
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Build confidence in the water at BlueFit Swimming
As Australia prepares for another hot summer, swim schools across the country are seeing a clear shift: more new families to Australia are prioritising swim…
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Fashion, horses and fun at the Werribee Cup
The Picklebet Werribee Cup is back on Sunday 7 December and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest days on the Wyndham community…
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Downsizing shouldn’t mean giving anything up
At Avington we believe your retirement years should be rewarding — not complicated by hidden costs. That’s why we’ve taken a clear stand: No exit…
Women’s Health
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Social media eating ills
Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…
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Free period products a bloody good idea
Free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support people who menstruate and play sport, according to new Victoria University…
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Dialing up abortion care
Women from Melton, Wyndham, Hume and Whittlesea are reaching out in growing numbers to Victoria’s sexual and reproductive health phone line, 1800 My Options, as…
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Fighting period and pelvic pain stigma
Sexual Health Victoria (SHV) has partnered with the Department of Education to offer free education sessions in 400 Victorian government schools to help reduce stigma…
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Tech neck a growing concern
With over 5.3 million Australians suffering from neck pain, including tension neck syndrome a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) commonly known as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text neck’,…
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Lauren aims for zero deaths
Lauren Philpot, 24, is raising awareness for a cause very close to her heart having lost her mother, Leigh, to breast cancer. A lifelong Maribyrnong…
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How to have a happy and healthy festive season
Maintaining a commitment to healthy eating during the festive season can be a challenge, given the abundance of indulgent foods and tempting treats. However, it’s…
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Festive self-care important for those with a disability and their carers
The holiday season is a great time of the year to relax, spend time with friends and family, and look forward to the year ahead.…
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Stay healthy and connected over summer
Late spring and summer in Australia is the best time to get outdoors, enjoy the sunshine, and embrace an active lifestyle. For older adults, regular…
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Take the stress out of Christmas and dine out
Dining out on Christmas Day is becoming increasingly popular, and there are several reasons why more people are now choosing to celebrate the holiday in…
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Creamy eggnog to put you in the festive mood
Eggnog is a creamy, rich beverage usually enjoyed during the holiday season. Its origins are thought to date back to medieval Europe, where people drank…
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Four classic salads to see you through summer
Summer is the perfect time to indulge in refreshing and vibrant salads that highlight the season’s bountiful produce. Here are four of the most iconic…