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Sunbury’s finest take the stage

For one night only, a musical showcase will be taking over Sunbury. Harmony in Motion will be bringing together four of Melbourne’s finest community...

Monash scientists to research dementia by “lighting up” brain cells

A team of Melbourne scientists have been backed by the Commonwealth Government’s Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Stem Cell Therapies Mission to develop new...

University of Melbourne releases annual report

The University of Melbourne’s 2024 annual report was tabled in Victorian Parliament on Tuesday, May 13. Covering the period between January 1 and...

Stamp duty concession continued

Stamp duty relief is on the way in next week’s state budget The state government announced on Wednesday that they will invest $61 million...

State announces new performing arts museum

A treasure trove of items tracing Australia’s performing arts history is set to go on show, as work gets underway on the new Australian...

How to stay healthy through winter

Winter brings cosy evenings, festive celebrations, and crisp air, but it also comes with a higher risk of colds, flu, and seasonal sluggishness. With...

Budget help for disadvantaged school students

Next Tuesday’s state budget will include $152.3 million to increase the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund and $15 million to deliver the popular Get...

Raiders on the board

There was a lot of relief for Old Paradians coach Ben Turner as his side finally got on the board in Northern Football League...

Old Paradians and Heat join forces

Old Paradians Football Club and Heat Netball Club have announced a new partnership between their respective clubs. The Northern Football Netball League announced that the...

Vic Metro under-18 squad named

Five Calder Cannons, three Western Jets and Northern Knights’ Tyson Gresham have been named in the Vic Metro under-18 squad for the national championships. The...

Eagles lose thriller

Craigieburn fell short against Taylors Lakes in a thriller on Saturday in the Essendon District Football League division 1 competition. There wasn’t much between the...

Broncos keen to respond after tough start to season

It’s been a difficult start for Hume City Broncos to the Big V women’s championship season, but they're hoping to build as the year...

Perfect weather for sport

The sun was out and so were the fans as local sport seasons continue to heat up. Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic was out...

Penola leads the way in supporting high achievers

At Penola Catholic College, the dedicated Year 7 and 8 Junior Campus provides one of the smoothest and most supportive transitions from primary to...

Supergroups opens new Kubota dealership in Epping

Supergroups, Victoria’s leading construction equipment dealership, is expanding and has officially opened its new Epping branch – bringing Kubota excavators, expert advice, service and...

Kicking tribute show to music’s powerhouse women

Shania Twain, Linda Ronstadt, Tammy Wynette and Olivia Newton-John - Man I Feel Like A Woman - is coming to Warragul’s West Gippsland Performing...

What are serviced apartments?

Serviced apartments within a retirement village are ideally suited to older individuals who are mobile, and able to live independently and who would enjoy...

Resort-style living coming soon to Beveridge

Retirees seeking luxury, relaxation and recreation will soon find everything they need in one place. Developer Ingenia Lifestyle is building its newest community in...

Resort-style living coming soon to Beveridge

Retirees seeking luxury, relaxation and recreation will soon find everything they need in one place. Developer Ingenia Lifestyle is building its newest community in...

Surgeon reconstructs hope

“Women’s health has always been a passion of mine,” would probably sufficiently explain why Dr Anannya Chakrabarti is a reconstructive breast surgeon, but it...

Virtual health clinic for women

A free virtual health clinic will help to make women’s health more accessible for women across Victoria. On Wednesday, February 5, Health Minister Mary-Anne...

Teal takeover for ovarian cancer month

These days the colour teal is usually associated with the political independent movement which won a swag of seats at the last federal election. With...

Antenatal care without the stigma

Finding the right place to give birth and be comfortable is something that is near the top of an expecting mother’s lists. The hospital needs...

Public fertility service welcomes first baby

This story was originally published on December 10, 2024. The family of the first baby born due to intervention from Northern Health's fertility service recently...

Pelvic pain and what to do about it

Alex Lopes is a pelvic health physiotherapist, the director of Pelvic Health Melbourne in Altona North, and past national chair of the Australian Physiotherapy...

O’Leary to bring laughs to Altona

Kiwi comic Ray O’Leary will bring his deadpan delivery and iconic grey suit to Hobsons Bay on Wednesday, May 28 when he headlines a...

Moorabool creativity on show

Watercolour paintings, ceramic works, and sculptures are some of the works that will be displayed and sold at the Rotary Club of Bacchus Marsh’s...

Make a dash to see the crash

The Raising Rhinos Experience is one that you may never forget. Guests will be taken on a 60-minute adventure across the Werribee Open Range Zoo’s...

Join Whittlesea’s Rainbow Advisory Committee

Whittlesea council is calling on passionate community members and local organisations to help shape a more inclusive future by joining its newly launched Rainbow...

Kalid Hosni revives Arab cinema’s forgotten art

A vibrant and thought-provoking celebration of Arab cinema’s visual history is drawing strong interest at a local Melbourne gallery, where over 100 people packed...

Sports the winner in draft Hume budget

Hume's sporting community is the bigger winner in council's proposed 2025-26 budget, with money set aside for pavilions, soccer and hockey pitches, reserve upgrades...

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State announces new performing arts museum

A treasure trove of items tracing Australia’s performing arts history is set to go on show, as work gets underway on the new Australian...