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Family holiday events for a city day trip
If you’re heading into the city for a fun adventure with the family, why not visit the State Library Victoria. As Melbourne heats up, there…
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Vitamin D deficiency linked to premature death
It’s the vitamin that we get from the sun, yet despite its ample availability, one in three Australian adults still suffer from mild, moderate or…
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A snapshot of the best new stories from 2022
Staffing disaster The year started off with a surge of rising Covid-19 cases, isolations, a lack of Rapid Antigen Tests and PCR result wait times…
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Sticking to those New Year’s resolutions
New Year’s is a time of celebration and welcoming a fresh start but it’s also the time where those seemingly unattainable resolutions are made. What…
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Fresh off the farm in Wandin
If you’re looking for a fresh fruit experience on a Yarra Valley farm, then look no further than a trip into Wandin where many many…
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Creating a wildlife garden
The warm weather has finally arrived and it presents a great opportunity to get into the garden and create your own backyard wildlife haven. Wildlife…
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Photo gallery of the best pictures from 2022
Across 2022 there has been many great photo opportunities for Star Mail. Here is a selection of some that have stood out among the rest.
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Calming cats and dogs during fireworks
Loud noises like fireworks during New Year’s Eve celebrations can be stressful for pets. According to RSPCA Victoria chief executive Dr Liz Walker, there are…
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RSCPA gives tips on how to prepare pets for summer
Summer is rapidly approaching and, with fewer pandemic restrictions in place, many Victorians are preparing for the holidays. Regardless of whether it’s a vacation or…
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Call to improve alcohol health warning labels as new study finds industry’s DrinkWise labels are failing consumers
New research from Cancer Council Victoria reveals adult drinkers exposed to alcoholic products carrying health warning labels with text and pictures are more likely to…
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Summer the season of pesky insects
It’s hard to beat a day with friends and family in summer, whether it be celebrating Christmas, New Years or just enjoying the sunshine. Unfortunately,…
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How to tell someone is having a stroke
If you or someone you know was having a stroke, would you know? The Stroke Foundation recommends using the F.A.S.T test which is an easy…