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Over 19,000 traffic offences detected during festive period
Victoria Police has detected more than 19,000 traffic offences during an 18-day road safety operation over the Christmas and New Year period. Operation Roadwise, which…
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Police vow to reduce 2023 road toll of 296 lives lost
Victoria Police is more determined than ever to drive down road trauma in 2024 following a horror 12 months which saw the state record its…
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Truck driver released on bail after fatal Coldstream collision
Emergency services were called to Maroondah Highway on Boxing Day where a car and truck collided at about 1.15pm. One of the passengers in the…
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Almost $30,000 provided to support exciting opportunities at Yarra Valley ECOSS
Yarra Valley ECOSS is being supported in the new ventures in the new year with some generous funding granted in recognition of the organisation’s ecological…
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Yarra Centre stadium temporarily closed for resealing
The stadium at the Yarra Centre in Yarra Junction is closed temporarily from Thursday 4 January until about Sunday 14 January. The stadium is being…
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Looking back on The Voice referendum
The referendum for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament was a hotly debated topic locally and throughout the country in the lead-up to voting day. Here’s…
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Triple P’s advice for beating the back-to-school blues
As school holidays draw to a close, parents and carers across Australia start to focus on navigating the return back to school. While this transition…
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Protect yourself this summer
SunSmart Victoria is warning residents in the Outer East, that between November and February, Victorians are 11.5 times more likely to require emergency assistance because…
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Getting your child ready for prep
Starting school is a major milestone in a child’s life and a major transition. So how do you best prepare your child to start prep…
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2023 in pictures
The Star Mail has been snapping away in 2023, taking plenty of photos to accompany the news of the week. Here’s a selection of favourites…
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What made headlines each month of 2023
In January, the Yarra Valley Pro Rodeo’s triumphant return for the first time since 2020 was a hit in the community and supported awareness for…
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Popular pet names
The summer time is a great time to introduce a new furry friend to the household, making a great Christmas gift and with time over…