News
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Support local learning
Melton South Community Centre is calling for community support as it prepares to roll out a new round of adult education and community programs for…
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A cut above for a worthy cause
Melton bowls legend Harry ‘The MudFlap’ Plias, known for his iconic money-raising mullet, will go under the razor to again raise money to support conversations,…
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Teen arrested following obscene exposures
Police have arrested a teenager following an alleged series of obscene exposures and sexual assaults in Melton last week. Detectives executed a search warrant at…
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Community calendar
Charity Golf Day Rotary Caroline Springs will host its Inaugural Charity Golf Day on Friday 20 March, featuring a full day of golf and networking…
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Nine hours, one King, zero ad breaks
Veteran broadcaster Duane Zigliotto has cemented his place in Australian radio history after achieving a national record for the longest uninterrupted marathon of Elvis Presley…
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Frustration as Western Freeway congestion worsens
Aintree residents are speaking out over worsening congestion and safety concerns on the Western Freeway, as daily commutes stretch longer and traffic volumes continue to…
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New year, new loo
Next month, Bacchus Marsh’s community parkrun at Peppertree Park will celebrate its 250th event, but participants are still without access to a nearby toilet. To…
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Obscene exposures in Melton
Police are appealing for information following a series of obscene exposures and linked sexual assault in Melton last week. Detectives have been told a woman…
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Permanent road closure
Fraser Rise residents are being called to have their say on proposed traffic changes linked to the construction of a new intersection at Saric Street…
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Sport
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Finals spots set
The final pool rounds have been played and finals spots filled. Here’s a wrap up of the final pool matches on Tuesday night. In group,…
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Gerada ready for the challenge
Mick Gerada was looking forward to the challenge of being an assistant coach for Caroline Springs women’s side this season. Having been part of the…
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Around the grounds in Melton and Moorabool
Bowls Bacchus Marsh suffered a big loss on Friday night as the Bowls Victoria weekend pennant division 1, section 1 competition resumed. Bacchus faced Club…
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Lions run halted
Melton was unable to keep the momentum going in the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association east-west on Saturday. Facing Balwyn in a one-dayer, the Lions were…
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Harkness on the board
Harkness is finally on the board in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association Johnstone Shield. Having stepped up into the Johnstone Shield this season, Harkness…
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Bulls turned a corner
The pressure has been released and Bacchus Marsh is starting to thrive in the Ballarat Cricket Association. The reigning premiers have found themselves behind the…
In Business – Sponsored
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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 dull…
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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 front…
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Operation Roadwise 2025 launches this holiday season
A statewide road policing activity called Operation Roadwise 2025 that targets the main causes of road crashes will be conducted during the 2025 Christmas Holiday…
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One billion container recycling milestone
Families, schools and community groups across the Melton and Moorabool areas have helped western Victoria reach a major sustainability milestone: over 1 billion eligible drink…
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Retire in a stylish home at Bellbrook Gardens
Discover a peaceful, social, and secure lifestyle amidst resort style amenities at Bellbrook Gardens Country Club in a highly sought after community for individuals and…
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Exceptional care, every day
Every family deserves a village, a place where they are understood, supported, and surrounded by people who genuinely care. At Aspire Early Education & Kindergarten,…
Women’s Health
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Social media eating ills
Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…
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Social media eating ills
Women and girls are disproportionately impacted by eating disorders and body dissatisfaction, with social media having disastrous effects say experts. Eating disorders, like anorexia, bulimia,…
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Dialing up abortion care
Women from Melton, Wyndham, Hume and Whittlesea are reaching out in growing numbers to Victoria’s sexual and reproductive health phone line, 1800 My Options, as…
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Fighting period and pelvic pain stigma
Sexual Health Victoria (SHV) has partnered with the Department of Education to offer free education sessions in 400 Victorian government schools to help reduce stigma…
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Tech neck a growing concern
With over 5.3 million Australians suffering from neck pain, including tension neck syndrome a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) commonly known as ‘tech neck’ or ‘text neck’,…
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Lauren aims for zero deaths
Lauren Philpot, 24, is raising awareness for a cause very close to her heart having lost her mother, Leigh, to breast cancer. A lifelong Maribyrnong…
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Exhibition spells it out
From A to Z, Pamela Irving’s An Artful Alphabet invites audiences to rediscover the building blocks of language through a delightful, eccentric and imaginative lens.…
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Congestion fuels renewed calls for eastern link
Moorabool council is calling on governments to move beyond studies and promises and deliver tangible upgrades to the west’s road network, as congestion in Bacchus…
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Moorabool welcomes new Aussies
Moorabool’s Australia Day celebrations will bring together people from all around the world as 56 new citizens officially call Australia home. The new citizens are…
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Cemetery on the way
Victoria’s largest cemetery to be developed in over a century is taking shape at Harkness Memorial Park. The 128-hectare site is set to open in…
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Australia day hours
Council services and facility hours across Melton will change over the Australia Day public holiday on Monday 26 January. Council civic centres and offices will…
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Melton welcomes new citizens
Melton is gearing up for a memorable Australia Day this year, with 400 residents from more than 50 countries set to become Australian citizens at…
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Faces of the west
Each week Star Weekly photographers are out and about capturing events and people across the west.
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Community calendar
Community band The Greater Western Community Band meets Thursdays from 7.30-9.30pm. The rehearsal venue is the Bridge Road Community Centre, Strathtulloh (Melton South). The band…
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From the archives
30 years ago 24 January 1996 Melton Shire’s police numbers will receive a significant boost when 18 officers are assigned to the new Caroline Springs…
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Aintree SES open day
Aintree’s SES unit is opening its doors to the public as it searches for new recruits to join the team. Recruitment is now open for…