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A treasured keepsake

A desire to create a special keepsake for his son led Wollert's James Sismanes to pen a children's book. Sismanes' debut book, The Marvellous Mullabaloos...

Upgrades have been completed at Riverside Community Activity Centre and Reserve

Whittlesea residents will reap the benefits of a $1 million upgrade to the Riverside Community Activity Centre and Reserve in South Morang, which has...

Trail to connect Mill Park

Residents can leave the car at home and still have access to important facilities and services in Mill Park following construction of a new...

Paramedics’ holiday rescue

Whittlesea's Cassie Carr found herself in the right place at the right time while on holiday after coming across a woman who had taken...

Stand for local election

Local government election nominations are open, with those looking to make a difference in their community encouraged to apply. Candidates can nominate from Monday, September...

New lanes open on Craigieburn Road

The Craigieburn Road upgrade is a step closer to being completed, with new lanes opened between Lygon Drive and Hanson Road. As part of the...

Bridge Inn Road upgrade to be finished earlier than anticipated

The Bridge Inn Road Upgrade is on track to be completed this year. The road, which spans from Plenty Road in Mernda to Yan...

Knights, Cannons knocked out

The season came to an end for both Northern Knights teams and the Calder Cannons boys in the Coates Talent League competitions. The Knights girls...

Jets knocked out

Strathmore were better in the bigger moments and with it ended Greenvale’s Essendon District Football League premier division season. Having claimed the scalp of Aberfeldie...

Raiders claim the flag

Old Paradians are still on cloud nine after claiming the Northern Football League division 3 premiership on Saturday. A premiership was beyond the Raiders dreams...

Tigers fail short in grand final

Westmeadows is thinking what might have been after falling short in the Essendon District Football League division 2 grand final on Saturday. The Tigers were...

Eagles knocked out in straight sets

A disappointing Northern Football League division 2 finals series came to an end for Whittlesea on Saturday. The top side all year, with just one...

EDFL women’s division 2 team of year named

Eight Sunbury players have been named in the Essendon District Football League women’s division 2 team of the year, while Roxburgh Park and Taylors...

Tips to help perfect the art of active ageing

Ageing is a natural part of life’s journey, but it doesn’t mean slowing down or relinquishing the joys of living. 1. Prioritise Physical Activity Physical...

Five tips to keep you walking in Winter

If it’s feeling a little crisper outside, with a little planning and preparation you can still enjoy all the benefits walking offers. Here are...

Make the most of your NDIS plan with Windermere Plan Management

Managing an NDIS plan can be overwhelming even for longtime participants who are familiar with the complexities of NDIS. That’s where NDIS registered Plan...

Principal motivated by warm relationships and innovation

"I often share with families my desire to be certain that educational environments ‘graduate’ from the school I attended over 40 years ago. I’ve...

You don’t have to be a millionaire to enjoy retirement with all the bells and whistles

Today’s retirees are looking for all the bells and whistles that can contribute to a fulfilling life in later years. They may not always...

Heritage Epping recognised for school to work program

For over six years, Heritage Epping has been a dedicated supporter of Australian youth, championing innovative programs like the School to Work initiative. Their...

Centering childbirth coping strategies back to women

A La Trobe University study is hoping to challenge traditional categorisations of coping strategies in a bid to promote autonomy and create empowering childbirth...

Traumatic toilet birth

Lauren Green’s son made an unconventional entrance to the world – into a toilet. Lauren can see the funny side seven years on, but the...

Women’s health issues must be a priority: GPs

GPs are calling for greater action to better address women’s health issues. It follows the release of the Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) guidelines...

Cultural help for alcohol and drugs

A Braybrook-based program is helping women in the Vietnamese community in Melbourne’s north-west to overcome alcohol and drug (AOD) issues. The Australian Vietnamese Women’s Association...

Have your say on women’s pain

Women, their family members and healthcare professionals are being urged to make submissions to Victoria's Inquiry into Women's Pain. The inquiry will examine systemic issues...

Budget boost for women’s health organisations

Women’s health organisations GenWest and Women’s Health in the North will receive funding boosts from the state government. The government has set aside $18 million...

More kinders for Hume

The state government has announced a $5.45 million investment to expand and enhance local kindergartens in Hume. On September 6, Children’s Minister Lizzie Blandthorn...

RACV reveals top ten household issues requiring tradesperson callouts

RACV revealed the top ten most common home issues requiring call outs for tradespeople, with blocked pipes and toilets topping the list. RACV Emergency Home...

Fairground to feature at fringe festival

A group of local teens and young adults are preparing to bring the Melbourne Fringe Festival to Hobsons Bay. Altona based youth theatre group Dramawerkz...

Walking is for everyone!

Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janeksi visited a weekly walking group in Mernda, hosted by Whittlesea U3A, an activity group for retirees. The group walks...

Spring brings swoop warning

With spring upon us, people are again being warned to look out for swooping birds when they go outside. Simon Ruff, senior wildlife projects officer...

Paramedic blood donations change more than 1400 lives

The Emergency Services Blood Drive has drawn to a close, with Team Ambulance Victoria (AV) donations impacting more than 1400 lives. The annual blood drive...

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Stand for local election

Local government election nominations are open, with those looking to make a difference in their community encouraged to apply. Candidates can nominate from Monday, September...

Jets knocked out