
Kidsafe Victoria has called on pool and spa owners to inspect their barriers and prioritise pool safety, in a bid to reduce the number of…

New Year’s is a time of celebration and welcoming a new start but it’s also the time where those seemingly unattainable resolutions are made. What…

Before setting off on a road trip, it’s crucial to be prepared and ready to tackle a long journey. Here are some of the top…

Victoria’s fire services are calling on households to keep the safety and maintenance of their electrical equipment and appliances front of mind. Once a house…

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is calling on the community to make healthy and safe choices when celebrating during the New Year period. ADF…

Now Christmas is finished, families are bracing for the hefty costs that come with outfitting children for the new academic year. From clothing and supplies…

Ready to turn off and relax this summer? Have a healthier start to the new year by ticking off this easy checklist and help lower…

After welcoming in the New Year you are probably going to be feeling a little bit under the weather. For a lot of people, nursing…

Aussies have been urged to shake things up in the kitchen and at the dinner table by making a simple swap that could reduce their…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

On Friday, 24 October, Hoppers Crossing Secondary College proudly celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2025 — marking the end of their high school…

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…

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…

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…

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 and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…

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…

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…

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…

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’,…

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…

Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life and a major transition. So how do you best prepare your child to start prep…

RACV has given an important reminder to parents and carers travelling on Victorian roads over the summer holidays – please regularly check the fit, safety…

It’s poised to be a busy summer for Victorians, but preparing for a holiday with a four-legged family members with you can be hard. Preparation…

Late spring and summer in Australia is the ideal time to get outdoors, enjoy the sunshine, and embrace an active lifestyle. For older adults, regular…

Energy Safe Victoria is urging households to test their electrical safety switches every year to prevent fire, electric shock and electrocution. Victorian firefighters attend more…

As summer unfolds, many families are seeking ways to enjoy quality time together without spending a fortune. While summer holidays often come with hefty price…