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Cardiac arrest survival rate in Victoria triples

New research shows Victorians are more likely to survive a cardiac arrest compared to 20 years ago, thanks to increased bystander intervention. The study, supported...

Community calendar

Bacchus Marsh Senior Citizens The Bacchus Marsh Senior Citizens recommences its activities this month, starting with the indoor bowls on Sunday, January 19, followed...

Convoy for the kids

This story was originally published in September 24, 2024 and Star Weekly has chosen to share it again for readers to enjoy. Life is a...

Breaking the crime chain

This story was originally published in October 22, 2024 and Star Weekly has chosen to share it again for readers to enjoy. Once trapped in...

Council rates cap to keep costs low

Council rate increases will be capped at the forecast Consumer Price Index for the next financial year to reduce pressures on household budgets. Minister for...

Boom gates removed in Diggers Rest

Bells are now a thing of the past in Watsons Road, Diggers Rest, after the removal of boom gates in a 24-7 construction blitz...

Paying it forward this Christmas

This story was originally published in December 6, 2024 and Star Weekly has chosen to share it again for readers to enjoy Melton's Sonyia Hosherr...

2024 Deeble nominees

Some of the most talented athletes in the western suburbs will be vying for the prestigious 2024 Don Deeble Sports Star award next month. The...

Cricket season in full force

The summer season is finally heating up and with it there has been some cracker matches including on Saturday. Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic...

Perfidious Sue adds another win to the tally

Perfidious Sue continued her upward spiral as the David Murphy stable added another victory to a hot period of form at Melton Entertainment Park...

Jets duo Grieves, Field achieve AFLW dreams

Western Jets and Yarraville Seddon pair Sierra Grieves and Lou-Lou Field have followed the same journey through their football careers. Both have played at Yarraville...

Storm bounce back with strong batting performance

Sydenham-Hillside bounced back from a reality check in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division. The Storm suffered their first loss of the season in...

Game 300 for Pirro

On Saturday, Dean Pirro joined a rare club at the Melton South Royals. When he stepped out on the field against Seabrook ,Pirro became...

Spruce up your outdoor living areas

As we enter summer, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck is a bit...

Treat hospitality staff with respect

Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and...

Roadwise targets main causes of road crashes

A statewide Road Policing activity called Operation Roadwise 2024 will be conducted during the 2024 Christmas holiday break from Friday 13 December 2024 to...

Nurse Next Door: compassionate care for seniors and NDIS clients

Nurse Next Door is proud to bring professional and compassionate care to Melbourne’s western suburbs, supporting clients with disabilities and seniors with personalised home...

$100 million refunded back to the community in CDS’s first year

Victorians have saved one billion drink containers from landfill in the first 12 months of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic). That’s $100 million...

Discover a vibrant lifestyle at Lifestyle Communities

At Lifestyle Communities, we believe in creating more than just beautiful homes – we build vibrant, connected communities where over 50s can truly thrive. Our...

Addressing adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a uterine disease where the tissue that normally lines the uterus, the endometrium, grows into the muscle of the uterus, the myometrium. Seen...

Medication abortion: why expanding access matters

Tilly Mahoney is Women's Health in the North's sexual and reproductive health co-ordinator. In Victoria, access to safe and legal abortion has been a hard-won...

Addressing adenomyosis

Adenomyosis is a uterine disease where the tissue that normally lines the uterus, the endometrium, grows into the muscle of the uterus, the myometrium. Seen...

Greater awareness of menopause needed: Inquiry

A senate inquiry into menopause and perimenopause has made 25 recommendations to the federal government to better support women to manage their symptoms. Among the...

Time to talk about menopause

As World Menopause Day approaches on October 18, it’s crucial to shed light on the often-misunderstood transition that many women face. Western Health women’s health...

Anxiety is more than a worry

When people think of mental illness, depression is usually the first condition that springs to mind. Yet being the best known doesn’t make it the...

What happened to Alana?

This story was originally published in June 4, 2024 and Star Weekly has chosen to share it again for readers to enjoy Almost 28 years...

Why Aussies love the iconic ‘chicken parma’

The chicken parmigiana, often affectionately called "chicken parma" or "parmi" in Australia, is a beloved staple of Australian pub culture. Its widespread popularity across...

Tips to keep kids engaged when the family is dining out

When dining out at a restaurant with kids, it's essential to have a few tricks up your sleeve to keep them entertained and engaged....

Discover the best of Australian summer wines

As the Australian summer heats up, wine lovers are gearing up to sip on refreshing wines that complement the sun-soaked days. Australia’s diverse wine...

Top barbecue ideas for summer

As summer sets in across Australia, it's the perfect time to fire up the barbecue and enjoy some of the country's best grilled dishes....

Research shows alcohol labels are commonly misunderstood

A study from Cancer Council Victoria found three in four Australian adults misunderstood at least one health-related claim on an alcohol product, incorrectly believing...

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Boom gates removed in Diggers Rest

Bells are now a thing of the past in Watsons Road, Diggers Rest, after the removal of boom gates in a 24-7 construction blitz...