Opinion
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Democracy without freedom of speech?
January is when we start easing back into our yearly routines. The chaos of Christmas behind us,. Xmas leftovers finally eaten; newly minted New Year…
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Hamnet deserved better at Golden Globes
The 83rd Golden Globes took place on January 12, and I have mixed feelings about the results. Nikki Glaser hosted the ceremony for the second…
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Communications crucial in bushfire
It’s been a difficult and anxious week for many as bushfires rip through the state, inching close to our own community on Friday 10 January.…
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Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group
Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group A guest article by Leanne Margaret Christine’s Note: Many thanks to local author Leanne Margaret, of Croydon, for sharing her experiences…
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Dark Times
Cartoonist Danny Zemp reflects on all the negativity in the world. Sometimes, you just need a hug.
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Cartoon: Hot Cold
Award winning, Healesville based cartoonist Danny Zemp makes light of the wildly fluctuating temperatures in the past week.
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Make this a reading year
Welcome to the 2026 edition of Passion for Prose, a column dedicated to promoting everything about books, especially those created by Australian authors and artists.…
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Three… ways to support those affected by the bushfires
Donate to relief efforts The 2026 Victorian Bushfire Appeal, launched by the state government, is collecting donations that go 100 per cent to fire-affected communities.…
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Prepare for hard waste collections
On behalf of Yarra Ranges Council, welcome to 2026 and the second edition of the Star Mail News for the year. I hope you are…
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A subpar modern persona
Sentimental Value Starring Stellan Skarsgärd, Renata Reinsve and Inga Ibsdotter Lileaas M 4/5 Nominated for seven Golden Globes, Sentimental Value is a comfortable but poignant…
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A simple New Year’s resolution that could save your life
Dear editor, Many of us make a promise or two at this time of year to do more for our health. But there’s one subject…
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Another Avatar special effects extravaganza
Avatar: Fire and Ash Starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña and Stephen Lang M 3.75/5 The third film in the Avatar franchise, Avatar: Fire and Ash…
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