Kevin Hillier likes Wyndham council’s new choice of names for ‘Eagle’
I should have got the editor to hold the front page because I’m going to compliment the Wyndham council.
Last week’s announcement of the names...
Kessr Ali on juggling family, jobs and other commitments
Kessr Ali came to Australia in 2001 on a three-week holiday, and met the love of his life.
Today, the 34-year-old juggles family life, a...
Community Calendar – September 14, 2016
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Australian Showjumping Championships
Showjumping’s most prestigious event returns to the Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre between September 15-18. Here is a chance to see...
From the archives – September 14, 2016
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessor, the Werribee Banner
40 years ago
September 15, 1976
The campaign to prevent Melton Sewerage...
Kevin Hillier wants women’s footy to grow naturally
We do love a bandwagon to jump on these days and, thanks to social media, we have so many more options to let everyone...
Community Calendar – September 7, 2016
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Ganesh Festival
Enjoy market stalls, amusement rides, great food, music and dance on September 11 from 11am-7pm as part of the Ganesh Festival. The...
From the archives – September 7, 2016
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessor, the Werribee Banner
40 years ago
September 8, 1976
In a most bizarre episode last...
Kevin Hillier says ageing ain’t always bad, but prejudice is
We are an ageist society, judging everything by its age. An old car is of little worth, but a vintage car is priceless. Wine...
My Wyndham: Jerry Hart
What’s your connection to Wyndham?
I was born in Werribee. I’ve lived here all my life and seen a lot of changes. It’s gone from...
Photos: Wyndham Business Awards 2016
The Wyndham Business Awards cover 16 categories and include the prestigious Business of the Year Award.
The awards recognise outstanding home-based, franchises and not-for-profit businesses...
Community Calendar – August 31, 2016
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Junior cricket players wanted
The Werribee Centrals Cricket Club is inviting players aged between five and 17 to take the field in the coming...
From the archives – August 31, 2016
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessor, the Werribee Banner
40 years ago
September 1, 1976
Werribee Shire Council is concerned at...
Kevin Hillier is enjoying the council election shenanigans
One minute the current council is getting sacked, the next it isn’t. There is talk of a caretaker period, and then there isn’t. We...
Sisters Margaret and Patricia on their life in Werribee
Margaret Hassett and Patricia Musarra are sisters with strong roots in Werribee.
They talked to Adem Saban about their life here.
Tell me about your connection...
From the archives – August 24, 2016
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessor, the Werribee Banner
40 years ago
August 25, 1976
The Housing Commission has embarked on...
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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...
