VFA propose lowering kingfish bag limit
LOCAL recreational anglers have welcomed a proposal to reduce the daily kingfish bag limit from five to two, with many believing it will further...
Turning pages into outfits
Heywood and District Secondary College students brought Book Week to life, turning up in a burst of colour and creativity.
Even the teachers weren't shy...
Storytime in style
Portland Secondary College turned up the fun on Book Week on Friday August 22, with costumes as creative as they were colourful.
From the...
Students try their hand at governing
STUDENTS from Bayview College’s journalism class gained insight into the inner workings of Local Government earlier this week, as they met with Glenelg Shire...
Doctors urge action as flu cases rise
AS flu season hits hard across the country, rural doctors are urging locals to protect their communities, especially vulnerable children and older people, by...
Luxury up and down
The boss said, ‘give me the best car in the world’.
It was 1983 when Toyota president, Eiji Toyoda, challenged a crack team of...
What’s on in the district
Portland Volunteer Cancer Group
Wanda Villa Open Garden Fundraising Event on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at Wando Villa, corner of Edgar Street and Wellington Road....
End of life talks draw a crowd
The recent Dying to Know Day drew 80 attendees to the Portland Golf Club, eager to discuss end of life preparations.
Organised by Portland Funeral...
Livestock market reports
HAMILTON CATTLE MARKET
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
There was an increased yarding of cattle in Hamilton with agents selling 57 cattle.
These consisted of five trade heifers,...
State offers $100 power bonus
PORTLAND Neighbourhood House is partnering with the Salvation Army to help local residents access the Victorian Government's $100 Power Saver Bonus program.
The two groups...
Large amount of cash stolen
LOCAL police are investigating a burglary at a property in Casterton earlier this week, which has seen the theft of a substantial amount of...
Daffodil Day blooms with $1700 raised
PORTLAND Cancer Council volunteers raised $1700 through this year’s Daffodil Day sales, continuing a long-standing community tradition of support for cancer research and care.
This...
VicGrid community sessions to be held in the region
VICGRID will be holding community sessions this week to get feedback from locals and share information on the draft South West Renewable Energy Zone....
