Permanent CEO for hospital
Portland District Health has appointed Karena Prevett as its permanent chief executive officer.
The health facility has been without a permanent chief executive officer since...
Shire workers take industrial action
As of Wednesday, February 5, dozens of Glenelg Shire workers who are seeking a pay rise are refusing to carry out certain tasks.
The...
Portland foreshore readies for show and shine
Classic car lovers from Portland and across Australia are preparing to come together and celebrate their love for all things motoring at the 10...
Police hunt offender following cross-border pursuits
Local police and the Victoria Police Air Wing have been involved in a dramatic pursuit on the streets of Portland following the theft of...
SA man arrested in Portland following Mount Gambier death
Police have arrested a Mount Gambier man in Portland following the discovery of a woman's body at a Mount Gambier property on the...
The region’s biggest agricultural show is almost here
The 107th Tyrendarra Agricultural Show is almost here, with planning complete for another fabulous event on Saturday February 8.
Show president Anne Burley said a...
Toast for club’s new boat
The launch of Portland Yacht Club’s new safety boat has gone swimmingly, with a large crowd of supporters, club members and special guests enjoying...
Readying for a sea of pink
The community is encouraged to find their best pink outfits to take part in Michelle’s Walk for Breast Cancer on Saturday February 8 to...
One arrested following Pile Court fire
Police are investigating what they are describing as a “suspicious fence fire” that occurred in Portland’s Pile Court on the morning of Monday January...
Rotary offers leadership opportunity
Young professionals in Portland are being offered the opportunity to gain important leadership skills and experience as part of the upcoming yearly Rotary Youth...
Old Time Wood Days hits major milestone
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Milltown's popular Old Time Wood Days weekend.
The event, which is located just north of Heywood, is organised...
Portland doctor earns OAM
“It feels a bit unreal and very overwhelming,” said Marg Garde in response to being awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia.
Dr Garde...
Pentathlon camp a hit
AROUND 25 young pentathletes across the South West, Gippsland, and Adelaide had their skills tested in three events during Modern Pentathlon Victoria's two-day camp...
