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Ultimax lives up to its name

THE Port of Portland welcomed quite a large visitor this week, the huge 48,000 tonne Ultimax wood chip carrier being one of eight arrivals...

What’s on in the district

Fawthrop Walking Group The group meets at Hood Street Carpark Wednesdays at 9am. Finish with a cuppa and a chat - $3. Contact Colleen on...

Busy time at the saleyards

LAST week saw the first day of sales for the year at the Hamilton Regional Livestock Exchange on Wednesday Jan 7.

Locals leading bushfire fight

Main stage music line-up

Bay nets banned

Hooked on Portland hits town

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Country Week cricketers learn from UK imports

PORTLAND has once again provided young cricketers with a three-day carnival of cricket and shone a light on how many talented up-and-comers Victoria’s regional...

Croquet tournament delivers

PORTLAND Croquet Club hosted its annual Association tournament last week with players coming from across the region to compete at the picturesque Portland Botanic...

Strong showing for 17s

LOCAL cricketers have done the region proud at the Warrnambool under 17 Country Week competition, with a combined squad of Portland and Hamilton’s up-and-coming...

Cricket back with two-day thrillers

PORTLAND Tigers will be looking to add another 144 runs on day two of their Hamilton District Cricket Association round 10 two-day match against...

Beau’s a pro in Cadet 12

LOCAL karting star Beau Chambers has proved once again that he’s one of the fastest young racers across the state, after he was named...

Short format basketball returns to Hooked On

PORTLAND’S annual Hooked on Portland Festival returns this weekend with the 3x3 basketball comp a sporting highlight down at the foreshore. The event will take...

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Hooked on Portland is here

From Cornwall with love

Cornwall is considered one of the most remote and yet beautiful counties in England. And the county’s North Coast with its dramatic cliffscapes, craggy...

South west renewable boost

SOUTH-WEST Victoria’s transition to renewable energy has received a boost following the completion of the Mortlake Turn-In project, which VicGrid described as a “critical...

Impressive SUV alternative

Although Korean carmaker SsangYong has been in the Australian market for the past 20 years it has never been able to get close to...

Marksie’s Ripper Camp Fire Yarns

Inspired by his adventures in the Northern Territory bush, Portland's Geoff Mark has published a book that’s a guaranteed giggle and chortle. ‘Marksie's Ripper...

New obstetric and gynaecology doctor

PORTLAND District Health’s maternity and gynaecology services have received a significant boost following the appointment of a second Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist, Dr Elise...

Try a twilight delight

On 17 January the Friends of the Great South West Walk will hold its first Saturday Twilight Walk for 2026 in the Lower Glenelg...

Food and garden bins due in April

THE Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) kerbside collection will start in April 2026, adding another layer to waste management and sustainability in the...

Project complete

The Cape Bridgewater amenities upgrades are complete, delivering a more safe and comfortable experience for visitors to one of the region’s most stunning coastal...

Council rates capped for next year

GLENELG Shire Council rate increases will again be capped at the forecast Consumer Price Index for 2026, continuing the State Government’s drive to reduce...

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