Ronnie’s racing romance – and the other side
THERE’S a well-known saying in the sport of horse racing – there are only two places on Earth where all men are equal, on the turf or under it.
Council decides offshore zone stance
FOR or against? That’s been the question asked of Glenelg Shire Council in relation to the proposed offshore wind farm zone and it has now provided an answer.
It’s Legacy Week again
THE major fundraiser for Portland and District Legacy will take place on Thursday and Friday.
Half the power guaranteed to 2035
IT came as a surprise to outside observers but the long-term future of the Portland Aluminium smelter looks a lot brighter after Alcoa on...
We did remember them
IT might not have the high profile of Anzac or Remembrance Days but Vietnam Veterans’ Day can be every bit or even more moving...
‘Think of the whales’
THE iconic blue whale could be at risk from offshore wind farms in the waters off Portland, a leading local researcher says.
Peter Gill was...
Portland offers a helping hand
TOUGH times brought out the best in Portland this year, with the city’s Salvation Army Corps receiving the most money donated in a decade, through June’s Red Shield Appeal.
Second win for lifeboat
A PORTLAND icon will have its story preserved for the future after receiving national funding – and which will see it reach a potentially much larger audience.
Free Wally
AN overseas visitor to Portland was sent packing on the weekend, but only after he had recovered back to good health.
Ab virus returns
THE dreaded abalone virus has been found again locally.
Buy a coffee to support Ember the firedog
EMBER the firedog is back at it with another stair climb soon, and it may be her last.
‘I don’t trust the process’
STATE Member for South West Coast Roma Britnell has weighed in to the offshore wind farm debate, asking if governments can be relied on to do the right thing by the community.


















