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...
State funds late night library
PORTLAND library will continue to deliver its Libraries After Dark initiative in 2025 and 2026, with recent financial support from the Victorian Government ensuring...
From Portland to Croatia
The young ballerina, whose dancing dreams sparked in her hometown Portland, is still kicking those international goals, with Ella Rose Churchill reaching beyond her...
Regional market reports
HAMILTON SHEEP AND LAMB MARKETS
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1
Hamilton agents yarded a total of 4972 sheep and lambs this week, a similar number to last week's...
Swim club earns regional award
THE Portland Swimming Club has recently been rewarded for its improvement earning the Barwon South West Swimming Association (BSWSA) Bob Carmichael trophy.
The trophy...
