Tours to teach about water treatment
WANNON Water are inviting local residents to join them on two, hour-long tours of Portland’s water treatment plant and learn about the behind the...
Learn about water project
RESIDENTS of Portland and Heywood will soon have the opportunity to hear more about plans to improve the water quality in their towns, with...
Police search for stolen dirtbike
PORTLAND police are requesting the public’s assistance in the hopes they can assist their investigation into the theft of a dirt bike and helmet...
SES levy dismay
PORTLAND’S State Emergency Service unit have called on the State Government to make volunteer emergency service units exempt from the new Emergency Services Volunteer...
Cheap low emissions travel
Toyota’s small but practical Yaris is often overlooked in the rush to buy larger more powerful models.
But for environmentally conscious buyers the hybrid-powered pocket...
Fresh faces, big sounds at Upwelling
The Portland Upwelling Festival is continuing its tradition of nurturing and showcasing new and emerging local talents, with a few new performers playing this...
The fun of footy tipping
Residents at Heywood Rural Health are keen participants in the popular craze of footy tipping, and aren't too shy to dress up for a...
Huge volunteer efforts
AFTER more than two years waiting for permission from Parks Victoria to trim and mow the culturally sensitive Mombeong Loop section of the GSWW,...
Dance ground officially open
Kardermudelar Karweeyn Mirring (Portland Bay Dance Ground) is now officially open, a place that celebrates Gunditjmara stories, culture, and deep connection to Country.
Despite the...
With sun comes snakes
SNAKES are emerging from their hibernation to find food and mates as the weather warms up, but the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate...
Wando Villa opens for a cause
A NEW community event is on the calendar, with the Portland Volunteer Cancer Group holding an open garden fundraiser, with music, food and prizes.
The...
3 Bays heats up
THE 3 Bays Running Festival was a huge success across the weekend, with runners taking on some warm conditions for the annual event. Observer...
