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New services added to South Morang train line
The South Morang train line is getting 115 new and extended week day services. Thomastown MP Bronwyn Halfpenny said the services would include 45 extra…
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Whittlesea council rejects Mill Park tree axing plea
Whittlesea council is refusing to remove 19 trees from a Mill Park street, despite a petition that labels the greenery a “serious safety issue”. The…
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Honours for three northern suburbs residents
Three residents of Melbourne’s north have been awarded medals of the Order of Australia for their dedication to helping the community. The OAMs were announced…
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Mernda WWI history board found in Geelong
A piece of Mernda’s history has been uncovered in Geelong. An honour board from Mernda State School was found in an antique shop in Geelong…
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Raising awareness of mental health care in Indian community
A new awareness program is hoping to reduce the stigma associated with mental health in the Indian community. MANAS – Mental Awareness Network and Support…
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New Dulux factory at Mickleham paints a brighter future
The biggest paint factory in Australia and New Zealand has opened – in Mickleham. Dulux’s $165 million factory at Merrifield officially opened its doors at…
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Turning plastic bags into a Craigieburn road
Plastic bags and glass bottles have been transformed into a Craigieburn road as part of an Australian-first trial. The trial by Hume council, road maker…
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Northern food businesses on international stage
Food businesses across the north have been put on the international stage following a recent Melbourne visit by a delegation of Chinese buyers. The group…
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Bundoora’s Christian Tsangas is a Pararoo
For Christian Tsangas, there is no greater honour than being selected to play for the Pararoos. The 21-year-old goalkeeper from Bundoora will be part of…
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Jumping into winter
Winter is coming and Tom Wasiek is jumping in early. Every Wednesday, the personal trainer is hosting a free “winter dip” at Altona beach. Members…
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All you need to know about the World Cup
Star Weekly’s Football MadNation is here with all you need to know about the World Cup.
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Girl assaulted in Mill Park
Police are appealing for information about the assault of a young girl in Mill Park in March. Detectives from the Mernda Sexual Offences and Child…











