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Comment sought on battery park

THE team behind the proposed Portland Energy Park project that would see four 250 megawatt battery “park” areas created either side of Madeira Packet...

VFA propose lowering kingfish bag limit

LOCAL recreational anglers have welcomed a proposal to reduce the daily kingfish bag limit from five to two, with many believing it will further...

Turning pages into outfits

Heywood and District Secondary College students brought Book Week to life, turning up in a burst of colour and creativity. Even the teachers weren't shy...

Storytime in style

Portland Secondary College turned up the fun on Book Week on Friday August 22, with costumes as creative as they were colourful. From the...

Students try their hand at governing

STUDENTS from Bayview College’s journalism class gained insight into the inner workings of Local Government earlier this week, as they met with Glenelg Shire...

Doctors urge action as flu cases rise

AS flu season hits hard across the country, rural doctors are urging locals to protect their communities, especially vulnerable children and older people, by...

Luxury up and down

The boss said, ‘give me the best car in the world’. It was 1983 when Toyota president, Eiji Toyoda, challenged a crack team of...

What’s on in the district

Portland Volunteer Cancer Group Wanda Villa Open Garden Fundraising Event on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at Wando Villa, corner of Edgar Street and Wellington Road....

End of life talks draw a crowd

The recent Dying to Know Day drew 80 attendees to the Portland Golf Club, eager to discuss end of life preparations. Organised by Portland Funeral...

Livestock market reports

HAMILTON CATTLE MARKET FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 There was an increased yarding of cattle in Hamilton with agents selling 57 cattle. These consisted of five trade heifers,...

State offers $100 power bonus

PORTLAND Neighbourhood House is partnering with the Salvation Army to help local residents access the Victorian Government's $100 Power Saver Bonus program. The two groups...

Large amount of cash stolen

LOCAL police are investigating a burglary at a property in Casterton earlier this week, which has seen the theft of a substantial amount of...

Comment sought on battery park

THE team behind the proposed Portland Energy Park project that would see four 250 megawatt battery “park” areas created either side of Madeira Packet...