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Walking for truth

IN preparation for the release of the Yoorrook Justice Commission report, Deputy Chair, Commissioner Travis Lovett is leading a walk from Portland to Parliament...

Nelson farewells historic landmark

NELSON residents have expressed their sorrow following the demolition of the town’s iconic Nelson Kiosk, with the historic building joining a growing number of...

Hundreds attend Heritage Festival celebrations

MORE than 100 people swarmed to the Cape Nelson Lighthouse on the weekend to explore its walls and watch a dramatic cannon firing. Portland was...

Coleraine to celebrate Law Week

A series of special events in Coleraine that celebrate the region’s legal history and community heritage is set to take place at the Coleraine...

Health service targets farmers

IF you are selling stock in Hamilton, the National Centre for Farmer Health's pop-up health station at the Hamilton Regional Livestock Exchange (HRLX) is...

Funding available to tackle climate issues

Funding from the foundation for Rural Regional Renewal (FRRR) for tackling climate change is now available. The FRRR is a national foundation focusing on...

Big crowds at lighthouse opening

A cannon firing and the opening of Portland's two lighthouses - at Cape Nelson and Whalers Bluff - on Saturday May 10, attracted big...

Walk wild Cape Bridgewater

The Friends of the Great South West Walk’s next Thursday walk is on May 22. Starting at the Whites Beach car park we head in...

The first step

Works have officially begun to repair the Heywood Old School roof. This is the Glenelg Shire Council’s first step to making the building accessible again,...

In need of a laugh?

The Comedy Festival Roadshow is almost in Portland, ready to produce plenty of giggles and chortles. On Sunday, May 25, from 7pm, five comedians...

Generosity fast-tracks gardens plan

THE Portland Botanic Gardens is getting a large donation for its rose displays after local growers, Treloar Roses, donated about 100 roses to the...

Golf, fundraising and health checks

For the first time, Portland District Health’s Annual Charity Golf Event will be held in Heywood. PDH is partnering with Heywood Golf Club this year...

Walking for truth

IN preparation for the release of the Yoorrook Justice Commission report, Deputy Chair, Commissioner Travis Lovett is leading a walk from Portland to Parliament...