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Through the archives

Star Weekly looks back through the pages of its predecessors.

30 years ago

February 11, 1992

Chairman of the new Macedon Region Water Authority, Don Alexander, has admitted that the controversy surrounding has admitted that the setting up of the new body has “got to him”.

25 years ago

February 18, 1997

The police force will be strongly represented at next month’s Macedon Ranges shire council elections.

20 years ago

February 19, 2002

The operators of Sunbury Private Hospital are considering opening a psychiatric ward as part of plans to expand services.

10 years ago

February 21, 2012

Many people have never heard of forgotten Australians. They are a brave group of their own and hold close their stories of neglect, abuse, but most importantly, survival. These unique forgotten Australians tell Stephanie Zevenbergen why they need to be remembered.

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