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Celebrity alcohol ads slip into teens’ Insta feeds
Celebrities are promoting their own alcohol products on Instagram without a clear disclosure of advertising content and almost all posts are visible to underage users,…
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Funding to improve road safety across Victoria
Victorian community organisations and groups will get a total of $600,000 in grants from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to develop and implement local road…
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Multicultural health committee expanded
Victoria’s Multicultural Health Advisory Committee has been expanded in an effort to make the state’s health system more inclusive and increasingly diverse. Health Minister Mary-Anne…
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Renewable energy soars
Energy and Resources Minister Lily D’Ambrosio has announced that Victoria has exceeded its 2025 renewable energy target. Ms D’Ambrosio said renewables accounted for 44.6 per…
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Jumpstarting young refugees driving journeys
A new program will help young people from refugee backgrounds learn to drive. Minister for Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne announced the launch of…
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Queen will rock you
This tribute band will rock you with their Royal Rhapsody Tour bringing the iconic music of Queen to South Morang in March. Jason Hess is…
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More than four walls
For people who are socially isolated, culturally diverse or part of the LGBTQIA+ community, finding a space where you feel safe and welcomed can be…
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Campout coming to the rock
Camping will be allowed at Hanging Rock in a once-a-year event. Macedon Ranges council is opening up the site for an exclusive overnight stay in…
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Crossing call
A Woodend parent is calling for a pedestrian crossing to be installed at “dangerous” and “confusing” intersection regularly used by school children. For families living…
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Sport
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Grant to make Thunder grow
New East Sunbury female football ambassador Emma Grant wants to ensure the female footballers get the same opportunities as male counterparts. The former AFLW player…
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GDCA miss finals
A fast finish wasn’t enough for the Gisborne and District Cricket Association to make finals in the Melbourne Country Week division 2 competition. The GDCA…
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Reddy to go at Gisborne
Gisborne is hoping for a change of fortune under new coach Rizman Reddy in the FV state league 7 north-west season. After a strong 2024…
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Thunder’s hopes in own hands
East Sunbury needs to win at least two of its last three games to claim a finals spot in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association…
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Thunder enjoying the challenge
East Sunbury is hoping to finish its inaugural season in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association women’s B-grade competition with a couple more wins. The…
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RDFNL breaks silence
The Riddell District Football Netball League has broken its silence on the fallout from the Kyneton Women’s Football Club being denied entry to it and…
In Business
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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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See a skin cancer doctor for early detection
When SkinGP opened its doors in July last year, it introduced something new to the Macedon Ranges — a purpose-built skin cancer clinic dedicated to…
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Service at the heart of the schoolies alternative
Braemar College’s motto, One Body, Many Parts, speaks to a foundational belief that our community is strengthened by the diverse contributions of individuals working toward…
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Celebrate Christmas at Sunbury Square!
Sunbury Square is spreading festive cheer this Christmas with plenty of activities for people of all ages to enjoy. Whether you’re popping in for groceries,…
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The journey of your 10-cent containers
Ever wondered what happens to your drink cans, bottles and cartons after you return them for a 10-cent refund through Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS…
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Celebrating the Braemar College Class of 2025
Imagine beginning your high school journey in 2020. You’ve just met new friends, joined your first sports team, and are looking forward to your first…
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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Free period products a bloody good idea
Free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support people who menstruate and play sport, according to new Victoria University…
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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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Keeping the heart healthy
Australia’s national heart health awareness week Heart Week, May 5–11, is a chance for people to consider their heart health and take steps to reduce…
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How to avoid bones breaking bad
Australia’s rapidly ageing population will have many and varied impacts in the coming years and an increase in cases of osteoporosis is set to be…
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Keeping Hume cool
Hume councillor Naim Kurt has put heat on keeping community centres doors open on hot days. At the 9 February council meeting, Cr Kurt asked…
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Ugly lawn a winner
Jarno Coone couldn’t be prouder of his lawn. Sure, it doesn’t have perfectly manicured hedges, or lush, green grass. Some would even say its ugly.…
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Community Calendar
Sunbury Art Society Join the SAS and share your love for all things arty. Pop into the new facilities at the Artrise Precinct, Jacksons Hill.…
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Out and about
Each week Star Weekly photographers are out and about capturing events and people across the Macedon Ranges, Hume and Whittlesea.
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Book Club connections
Book lovers are invited to connect with likeminded people at the Romsey Library during a special event. The Romsey Library’s Book Club Connections event invites…
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Smart and sustainable schools
Sustainability Victoria is inviting Macedon Ranges schools to join its sustainability program. ResourceSmart Schools is an award-winning free program that supports schools to embed sustainability…
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Duck danger
On a 70-100km/h stretch of road in Romsey, plenty of ducks can be found roadside and attempting to cross. The flock of ducks moved into…
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Residents urged to take shelter
UPDATE 3.38PM A fire threat is reduced for homes and properties along the Lancefield Road, west of a Clarkefield fire. This Advice message replaces the…
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My Place
Georgia Tacey caught up with Rotary Club of Sunbury member and past district governor Terry Grant to hear more about the club, and his involvement…
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Have a cuppa and a chat
Chatty Café has returned for the year at Goonawarra Neighbourhood House. The program, run weekly at the house, offers an opportunity for house participants to…