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Duo arrested after cop clash

Two men have been arrested after striking a police officer with a stolen vehicle in Diggers Rest on Wednesday afternoon. A stolen vehicle was seen...

This Girl Can Week returns

VicHealth is encouraging women across the state to come together and get active at one of the events happening as part of This Girl...

State announces zero emission bus plan

The state announced its Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) Plan, which will help guide how Victoria’s diesel fleet will be progressively phased out and replaced...

Death tax hike in Victoria

Bereaved families managing smaller estates in Victoria will no longer be slugged with a government death tax, but fees for those with larger fortunes...

Gears shift on cannabis driving

Victorians prescribed medicinal cannabis will soon be able to drive without fear of mandatory loss of licence if unimpaired behind the wheel. On October 31,...

Football Empowerment Cup

For African football fans and athletes, the return of African Nations Cup is good news. Hosted by Football Empowerment, the action kicks off from...

More trains for Bacchus Marsh

Bacchus Marsh commuters will benefit from a new V/Line timetable from December. As part of a state government plan to extend trains services across the...

Wolves fight on

Melton Wolves continue to fight through the challenges in the Gridiron Victoria men's division 2 competition. It’s been a tough start to the division 2...

Summer of fun

Cricketers made the most of the sunny weather to take to the cricket pitch on Saturday. Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic was out among...

Georgies still want in

Caroline Springs George Cross is hoping to still be part of the National Second Tier competition as it kicks off in 2025. ...

Decisions to be made

Former New South Wales trained pacer Cantfindabettorman could make a return to his home state and contest this month’s Inter Dominion after taking out...

Logarzo named captain

Chloe Logarzo led Western United to a winning start to the A-League women’s season on Friday night. After trailing 1-0 early on, Western found its...

Lions return to the winners list

Darley got back on the winners list in the Ballarat Cricket Association on Saturday against Ballarat Redan. After win first up, the Lions struggled against...

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...

End the anxiety: there are other ways to access any university pathway

As Victorian students brace themselves for the stress and scrutiny of VCE exams, a familiar ritual plays out: teachers teaching explicitly to the examiners'...

Experience resort-style of living every day in your retirement

Discover a peaceful, social, and secure lifestyle amidst resort-style amenities at Bellbrook Gardens Country Club – a highly sought-after community for individuals and couples...

Pillow talk opens new store in Melton’s Homemaker Centre

Pillow Talk is delighted to announce the grand opening of its brand-new store at the Homemaker Centre in Melton. This exciting addition brings a...

Retire in style at Bellbrook Gardens Country Club

Discover a peaceful, social and secure lifestyle amidst resort-style amenities at Bellbrook Gardens Country Club – a highly sought-after community for individuals and couples...

Welcome home: pillow talk brings comfort to Melton

Pillow Talk is set to unfurl a cosy new chapter in its storied history with the much-anticipated opening of its Melton store, nestled in...

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...

Community stands in the gap

Young women impacted by mental health can expect a brighter future, thanks to a partnership between Werribee Rotary Club and MacKillop College on September...

Knowledge is power with PCOS

Despite impacting one in 10 Australian women, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS, is still a “mystery” to many. That’s why Dr Sneha Parghi says when...

Bladder weakeness and what to do about it

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

Bladder weakeness and what to do about it

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

Mum ’can’t go back’ to life of pain

Alice Davy has lived with chronic, life-limiting pain for most of her life. The Eynesbury mum-of-two was diagnosed with endometriosis 12 years ago and in...

Paramedics in the wilderness to help

With the warmer weather approaching and Victorians heading outdoors, Ambulance Victoria’s (AV) Wilderness Response paramedics are prepared for any emergencies in remote and wilderness...

DJ program rocks Kurunjang

Budding DJs at Kurunjang Primary have been filling the school hallways with lively beats over the past 10 weeks. Seventeen grade 4-6 students took part...

Watsons Road works begin

Major works on the Watsons Road level crossing in Diggers Rest will begin this month, with the crossing then closed until 2025. Level crossings at...

Sports vouchers to help kids get active

The state government will deliver thousands more $200 vouchers for families to help with the cost of living and give more kids the opportunity...

Sky’s journey to employment success

are-able is celebrating the inspiring journey of Sky, a dedicated participant in its School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) program. Sky has not only found...

Share why you love Moorabool

Ever wanted to put into words what you love about the town you live in? Even better, have input to Moorabool council’s direction...

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Gears shift on cannabis driving

Victorians prescribed medicinal cannabis will soon be able to drive without fear of mandatory loss of licence if unimpaired behind the wheel. On October 31,...

Summer of fun