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It’s a wrap!
Christmas shopping is all wrapped up for another year, the tree is up, all that is left to do is wrap the presents. But wrapping…
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Add a festive personal touch
Household items or trinkets that mean something to your family could make for some spectacular Christmas decorations in 2025. Getting into the festive spirit need…
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Managing festive stress
Christmas can be stressful enough at the best of times. While the festive season comes with expectations of fun family get-togethers, the reality can be…
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Let there be light at Christmas
Christmas lights … let’s think about the concept. Why is Australia so big on them? Most people, if you ask them, mention children when thinking…
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Festive self-care important for those with a disability and their carers
The holiday season is a wonderful time of the year to relax, spend time with friends and family, and look forward to the year ahead.…
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Ham it up with leftovers
A leg of Christmas ham is always a festive treat many families look forward to every year however, there always seems to be leftovers you’re…
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How to have a happy and healthy festive season
Maintaining a commitment to healthy eating during the festive season can be a challenge, given the abundance of indulgent foods and tempting treats. However, it’s…
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Festive treats to tempt Santa and his reindeer
Leaving treats for Santa and his reindeer is a charming tradition that adds to the festive spirit of Christmas. Here are some delightful treats to…
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Take the stress out of Christmas and dine out
Dining out on Christmas Day is becoming increasingly popular, and there are several reasons why more people are choosing to celebrate the holiday in restaurants…
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Dessert options for a sweet Christmas treat
While plum pudding, also known as Christmas pudding, is a traditional festive dessert in many parts of the world, some people prefer to explore alternatives…
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10 things to do to fuel the festive feels
Not feeling the Christmas spirit just yet? Here’s 10 things you can do that will have your festive feelings flowing. Decorate Yes it’s an obvious…
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Creamy eggnog to put you in the festive mood
Eggnog is a creamy, rich beverage traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season. Its origins are thought to date back to medieval Europe, where people drank…
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Highway operation nabs drink drivers
A 20-year-old man from Aintree is among three dozen drink/drug drivers caught by police in a massive two-night highway operation on the Nepean Highway. Three…
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2025 through the lens
Star Weekly photographer Damjan Janevski was out and about across Melbourne’s western and northern suburbs throughout 2025. He shares his favourite pictures from the past…
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Sport through the Star Weekly lens
Star Weekly photographer Ljubica Vrankovic captured all the sport action across Melbourne’s western and northern suburbs throughout 2025. She shares her favourite pictures from the…
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