Future Leaders 2024 has launched
THE Future Leaders program for 2024 officially launched on Tuesday with 12 participants from four schools in the region.
Working together
A MEMORANDUM of Understanding (MOU) has been signed that formalises the important collaboration that has been occurring over recent years between Heywood Rural Health and Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation.
Big fish, bigger boat for Operation Barrel
PORTLAND was the epicentre of Operation Barrel over the unofficial Anzac Day long weekend as hundreds of boaters and fishers poured into the region.
Bayview College celebrates 140 years
BAYVIEW College is celebrating 140 years in the Portland this week by inviting the community along for a special service, afternoon tea and tour of the school building.
Free rehabilitation class for This Girl Can week
A group of keen women were delighted to attend a free exercise rehabilitation class on Tuesday morning as part of This Girl Can week.
Heywood Tractor Trek takes off
At 10:00 hours on Saturday 14th April a convoy of old model and heritage tractors began leaving Heywood for a two day, one hundred kilometre trek through some of the region’s most scenic parts.
Portland student speaks at Melbourne special Anzac service
TODAY 13-year-old Ajay Sonti will deliver a five-minute speech at the Melbourne Legacy’s 92nd Annual Anzac Commemoration for Students, taking place at the Shrine of Remembrance.
Helipad petition attracting interest
THE petition calling for the Portland District Health helipad to be reopened is attracting considerable interest within the community, however the Member for South-West Coast Roma Britnell is urging more Portlanders to get behind the push.
Anzac Day to honour local war hero
A RARITY in Portland’s Anzac Day history, a local war hero will be honoured in two special tributes.
Time for the Heywood Tractor Trek
THIS Saturday and Sunday marks an unusual event that brings together an appreciation of mechanical equipment, history and agriculture – the Heywood Tractor Trek.
High tea and artworks
CAKES, slice, champagne and hot drinks were all served at the high tea on Sunday, held at the Alexandra Park building, and hosted by the Rotary Club of Portland and Cycling Without Age.
Heywood Lions Auction a huge hit this year
EVERY year the Heywood Lions Club holds a vast auction that never fails to delight bargain hunters.
Sweet sixteen for Withers
ALEXANDRA Park played host to a goal-kicking masterclass in round 12 of South West District Football League action, as Tyrendarra spearhead Jordi Withers piled...
