Brimbank & North West | Star Weekly
15/10/2024. A St Albans man has been charged with 23 offences after an alleged identity theft has resulted in $2.3 million being stolen. The 38-year-old was...
Capping education to cut immigration | Brimbank & North West
7 hours ago · 22/10/2024. Education Minister Jason Clare said the government made no apologies for attempting to bring migration back to pre-pandemic levels. (Mick Tsikas/AAP) The federal government is pushing ahead with plans to cap international student numbers, despite fierce opposition, including from its own side. Cade Lucas reports.
Qantas says sorry as sacked staff seek $200m justice
11 hours ago · 22/10/2024. Qantas unlawfully retrenched almost 1700 ground staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Dave Hunt/AAP) Miklos Bolza, AAP. Qantas has apologised to employees unlawfully retrenched during the COVID-19 pandemic as it faces calls to pay more than $200 million in compensation and penalties. The Transport Workers’ Union had a major win in ...
Omni operation to halt danger | Brimbank & North West
7 hours ago · 22/10/2024. Victoria Police seized seven weapons during a highly visible Omni operation in Taylors Lakes. On Thursday, October 3, police and a range of teams including the public order response team and transit police saturated Watergardens Shopping Centre and train station to detect and deter weapons offences. Officers conducted about 100 wand ...
Partnership to help young people soar | Brimbank & North West
1 day ago · 21/10/2024. Charity Western Chances will be able to provide more young people with scholarships, thanks to a grant from Melbourne Airport. The airport signed a five-year partnership Western Chances, providing it with $875,000 to provide scholarships, employment opportunity programs and ongoing support to hundreds of young people in Melbourne ...
Rheumatoid Arthritis relief in sight | Brimbank & North West
7 hours ago · University of Queensland Frazer Institute's Professor Ranjeny Thomas working in the lab. (Supplied) Long-term relief is within reach for people with the debilitating autoimmune disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), following an $11.5 million grant to assist in the development of an immunotherapy drug which could “transform” patient’s lives.
Grant to preserve Victorian history | Brimbank & North West
1 day ago · 21/10/2024. The state government is supporting community groups to preserve Victoria’s rich history by showcasing historical records and collections. Government Services Minister Gabrielle Williams announced that applications are open for the Local History Grants Program. The Local History Grants Program has been running for 23 years ...
Council says no to public forum | Brimbank & North West
Nov 28, 2023 · Brimbank council will not introduce a regular public forum meeting, a decision that was reached following discussion at three separate council meetings. In July this year, councillor Maria Kerr raised a proposal to allow residents to ask live and unscripted questions of councillors at regular public forums that would be open to the community ...
Restrictions to ease, again - Brimbank & North West
Oct 25, 2021 · Brimbank residents are one step closer to normality, with a number of COVID-19 restrictions to ease on Friday night. On […]
Make a difference this festive season | Brimbank & North West
Nov 17, 2023 · In the spirit of compassion and community, Brimbank residents are being encouraged to make a difference in the lives of those facing challenges this festive season through the 2023 Giving Tree program. This program, run by Brimbank council is delivered in partnership with local charities, businesses, and community organisations. The program is ...