Brimbank & North West | Star Weekly
New infrastructure is on the way for a Keilor Downs school, after a successful entry into a state government program supporting improved learning outcomes...
New networks to improve state’s health system
14 hours ago · Set up by the state government, these networks are grouped together by geographic regions and will support improved cooperation between local services, ensure doctors and specialists are available to care for patients closer to where they live, deliver clearer pathways in and out of hospital, and support better waitlist management across a region.
Reforms underway for non-emergency patient transport
13 hours ago · A range of reforms and improvements to Victoria’s non-emergency patient transport (NEPT) sector is set to be introduced by the state government. It follows an extensive review of the sector undertaken by Melton MP and former paramedic, Steve McGhie, with the review reporting that service demand ...
Fears of retaliation after gangland figure gunned down
1 day ago · There are fears the fatal shooting of a crime figure on a suburban Melbourne street may lead to a gangland war with tit-for-tat attacks. Hawre Sherwani was shot dead on Heysen Park Way in Caroline Springs, about 10.30pm on Thursday, police say. The 33-year-old was taken to hospital and later died ...
Investigation on following Braybrook break-in
1 day ago · Detectives are investigating after a Braybrook supermarket on South Road was broken into on January 8 morning. Police believe two offenders forced entry and entered the store just before 6 am. At this early stage it appears a safe may have been tampered with, according to police. It is unclear if ...
Tunnel works to cause traffic delays | Brimbank & North West
4 days ago · Motorists in West Melbourne are being warned to expect major delays from tonight as roads are closed to allow for construction works on the West Gate Tunnel project. Taking advantage of Melbourne’s summer weather, crews will asphalt the new freeway and continue construction on the tunnel’s exit ...
Brimbank elects new mayor | Brimbank & North West
Dec 28, 2024 · Brimbank’s new mayor Thuy Dang has vowed to prioritise climate change and sustainability, while creating an inclusive Brimbank. She was the sole nominee for the position, and said she was extremely honoured to be chosen, given her background as a …
Council to be monitored | Brimbank & North West
Dec 19, 2024 · This story was originally published in February 2024 and Star Weekly has chosen to share it again for readers to enjoy. Brimbank residents and several councillors have welcomed the state government’s decision to appoint municipal monitors to oversee Brimbank council. Last week the Local Government ...
Community grants awarded | Brimbank & North West
Dec 16, 2024 · Brimbank council has handed out $600,000 to organisations across the municipality as part of its annual community grants program. The program provides one-off financial assistance to not-for-profit organisations and community groups seeking to deliver projects that support and improve the community ...
A year for community - Brimbank & North West
Jan 9, 2023 · Brimbank roared back to life in 2022 after two years of COVID lockdowns. Community events, stage shows and school art shows were held across the municipality for the first time since 2020, as the pandemic slowly began to fade from the headlines.