New year scam warning
NAB has pinned AI-driven scams and new evolutions of cryptocurrency investment scams as key trends to watch out for in 2025.
The bank has released...
Teens charged following crime spree
Eight teenagers have been arrested after more than $5000 worth of merchandise was stolen from a Maribyrnong shopping centre.
Officers will allege a group of...
Summersphere program a hot hit
Scienceworks' Summersphere initiative has pulled in families from across West Melbourne to relish in some bubbly, otherworldly fun. Star Weekly photographer Attie Mohebali grabbed...
Ultimate girls weekend
Camping is one of the best activities to do in the summer for everyone, but what if you just want an all-girls camping experience?
Glamping...
New chair interested in infrastructure investment
Securing infrastructure funding for the western suburbs is the main election year priority for the new chair of LeadWest.
Melton councillor Phillip Zada has taken...
Kids learn about the coast
The Werribee River Association (WRA) has been busy delivering ‘Summer By The Sea’ activities as part of their school holiday program.
As part of...
Cult-classic set to be a sensory treat
Don your best up-do, dust off your dancing shoes and get on over to the Bowery Theatre next week to experience a cult-classic musical...
Taste of the tropics, the hottest fruit trends for 2025
Move over mangoes, it’s time to go beyond bananas.
Traders at Melbourne’s wholesale fruit and vegetable market have revealed the hottest trends in...
Urgent call for blood donors
Lifeblood has issued an urgent call for blood donors this week after a record number of planned blood donations were cancelled during the first...
Australia Koala Foundation to re-launch Democracy Booklet
The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) is preparing to re-launch a refreshed version of its ‘Democracy Booklet’ initiative ahead of the federal election this year....
Sublime Sunbury sounds
Influenced by blues and rock legends, Sunbury musician Gareth Huggett and band The Remedy have a high-energy and exciting sound which they're bringing to...
Motorcyclist dies in Manor Lakes crash
Police are investigating the death of a motorcyclist following a crash in Manor Lakes during the early hours of Thursday, January 9.
Emergency services were...
Avoid suntanning this summer
Cancer Council is reminding Australians, including those in Wyndham, to avoid suntanning and poor sun protection behaviours.
This January marks the 10th anniversary since an...
A cry for understanding
PRECEDE:
Behind the vibrant and resilient spirits of African communities, a hidden epidemic of trauma has taken its toll. Today a courageous young voice is...
Werribee races a target in new TAC campaign
Werribee racegoers are among those targeted by a new campaign that is encouraging people to abstain from drink-driving at country races.
The Transport Accident Commission's...
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National seniors meeting
On the first Wednesday of every month at 1.30pm, the metro west branch of national seniors meets atthe Deer Park Club, with...
