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Gas drilling first phase completed

THE “unanticipated” discovery of gas from an exploratory well within the Otway Basin may see the consistent stream of rig tenders making their way...

Locals busy at weaner sales

A robust yarding of 2780 head generated significant turnover at Hamilton Regional Livestock Exchange for Day two of the annual weaner sales last week,...

Hooked on mesmerizing music

The music is a big part of Hooked on Portland each year, and 2026 produced another great line-up of local, regional and national acts.

What’s on in the district

Hooked on fantastic fishing

Life members awarded for dedication to fire service

A day of culture, reflection and togetherness

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Baker takes all 21 up final after thrilling contest

THE Portland Bowling Club’s Ladies 21 up final was played on Friday 16 January and after reaching 19 all Val Baker was able to...

Heywood golf gets into the swing of 2026

THE Heywood Golf Club played men’s and women’s stableford events last Saturday. The men’s A grade winner was decided by a countback and it...

Tough return for Makos

IT was a difficult day on the green for the Portland Memorial Bowling Club Makos against Warrnambool Gold in the first round after the...

Surry tennis players back on court

SOME of the Surry District Tennis Association teams returned to the court after holiday breaks with players getting back into the swing of things...

Riders attack the track

PORTLAND BMX riders had a huge nine days of racing as part of the 2026 Track Attack series in Melbourne with Gracie Piergrosse coming...

Second Chili Bowl serve for Storer

WHILE speedcar drivers aren’t known for their ability to do things slowly, local racer Luke Storer’s start to 2026 has barely given him the...

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Hooked On everything

Hooked on Portland was windy, but wonderful, for the huge crowd that flocked to the Portland foreshore.

Big wind, Big fun

A WINDSWEPT weekend greeted festival goers for the 2026 instalment of the annual Hooked on Portland event – but while gusty conditions made it...

Jimny fun and games

Jimny: it’s all in the name. Since its get-go the quirky small Suzuki SUV has been on a ‘fun run’, on and off road....

Time to explore some Mekong magic

If it is time for that holiday of a lifetime, a retirement trip with a chance to see and visit exotic countries and cultures...

A new playground and new neighbours

There has been a buzz at South Primary School with students very excited about their brand new playground and new neighbours. Principal Jo Van de...

Getting drivers licenced

A brand-new vehicle has been secured to strengthen Glenelg Shire Council’s L2P Program in Heywood, providing young people with vital driving experience supported by...

Health workers on strike

HEALTHCARE workers at Portland District Health walked off the job on Tuesday 20 January, as part of a statewide work stoppage the Healthcare Workers...

Five decades of emergency service

FOR 50 years they’ve been the local men and women who leap into action to assist the community in times of need, and now...

Little future lifeguards

BUSH Nippers were occupying Narrawong’s waterways for a four-day program during the second week of the year, seeing some returned and some new bright...

Improvements reported at PDH

PORTLAND District Health held its Annual General Meeting in December 2025, outlining improvements and higher demand. The board of directors and CEO were joined by...

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