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Call to include pets in bushfire plans
RSPCA Victoria and CFA are calling on Victorians to include pets in their bushfire survival plans, as Victoria faces an increased risk of fires this…
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Give the gift of experiences this Christmas
Hate shopping for pressies for friends and family? Here are a range of options for experiences you can easily purchase online. 1. For the artsy…
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Tips for smooth Christmas food shopping
’Tis the season for gathering with loved ones around a table full of food, but the art of food-shopping during the silly season can be…
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A safe festive feast for pets
Pets might make puppy-dog eyes when they want some of whatever food is on the table, but some our Christmas favourites are actually poisonous and…
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10 Best Australian Christmas Books for Kids
Looking for the perfect gift for little readers this Christmas? Reading Out of Poverty (ROOP), a national charity supporting early childhood literacy, has curated the…
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Make your call to Santa
Did you know Telstra has opened up the line straight to the North Pole, so children can chat to Santa this festive season? This year…
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Legacy of conservation
A Garfield couple has recently secured permanent protection for their property under a conservation covenant, ensuring its preservation for generations to come. Gazette journalist Afraa…
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Nurturing heritage
For over 30 years, the Weston family has been cultivating premium Hereford cattle in first Pakenham and now Tynong. Started originally by Paul Weston and…
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Christmas lights spark safety warning
As Victorians once again unbox their Christmas tree and untangle decorations, fire authorities are encouraging everyone to take steps to avoid Santa’s naughty list and…
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Bees need our help
For Lazlo Kun, the greatest frustration is when people fail to understand the real value of bees and why urgent action is needed. Gazette journalist…
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Check before you gift it
As Victorians start ticking off their Christmas shopping lists, fire and safety authorities are urging everyone to think safety first when buying lithium-ion battery products,…
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Images of 2025
Star Journal photographers cast their eyes over the events that united and disturbed us during 2025. Here is a celebration of the year that was.…
