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29/01/2023

Star Weekly looks back through the pages of our predecessors.

30 years ago

January 26, 1993

Vic Roads’ controversial decision to override an expert recommendation in favour of an eastern bypass of Woodend has promoted investigations at both Federal and State political levels.

25 years ago

January 27, 1998

The Premier, Mr Kennett, will visit the Hanging Rock Reserve next week to announce a tourism grant for an interpretive centre at the reserve.

20 years ago

January 28, 2003

Macedon Ranges residents have been asked to dig deep to assist the Canberra fire victims.

10 years ago

January 29, 2013

Really want to save the date? Savvy brides are turning to professionals. SARAH HARRIS discovered the latest in aisle style.

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