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Through the archives

11/06/2022

Star Weekly looks back through the pages of its predecessors.

10 years ago…

June 12 2012

‘There are fears the state government’s push for brown coal mining could result in mines being approved and built at rapid rates.’

15 years ago…

June 12 2007

‘Victoria University has denied rumours of staff cuts and possible closure of its Melton and Sunbury campuses.’

20 years ago…

June 11 2002

‘Traffic gridlock in the centre of Bacchus Marsh is driving local transport operators and truck drivers to distraction.’

30 years ago…

June 10 1992

‘The minister for Planning and Housing, Andrew McCutcheon, has committed $15,000 to the upgrade of the Kirkton Park housing estate.’

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