Danz X-tensions hits 25-year milestone
Danz X-tensions is celebrating 25 years of dance education in Portland with an afternoon of performances, free classes, memorabilia and family fun.
On Saturday October...
Sandy toes and seaside sips at Cape Bridgewater
Despite the chill in the air and the occasional drops of rain, families still rugged up and spent the afternoon out at Cape Bridgewater...
Remembering fallen police officers
MEMBERS of the community gathered on Monday September 29 for the 2025 National Police Remembrance Day ceremony to pay tribute to officers who have...
Reels on classic wheels
LOVERS of classic cars and films will unite for one big celebration with something that brings both groups together, drive-in theatres, as Portland and...
Parking sparks fury
A GROUP of Portland business owners are banding together to voice their displeasure with Glenelg Shire Council’s changed parking system, which has seen some...
Our community
THE Friends of the Great South West Walk community is passionate, loyal and dedicated.
Our members share strong camaraderie and are supportive of each other...
Are you our next Youth MP?
EXPRESSIONS of Interest are officially open for the National Youth Parliament 2026, where young people from all walks of life will engage directly with...
Seal-y discovery prompts investigation
A MARINE mammal mystery has prompted local police and the Victorian Conservation Regulator to call for the public’s assistance, after an Australian Fur Seal...
Too Far to Fetch
Pets Domain has built strong rescue partnerships across regional Australia, but in Portland, distance and limited resources have made finding a local partner a...
Tales to save koalas
South West Environmental Education (SWEE) have announced their new fundraiser book ‘Tabitha’s Tales.’
To celebrate the release, SWEE teamed up with Portland Library on...
Tree-mendous donation
SOUTHWEST Environment Alliance’s (SEA) generosity is branching out to local residents, as they look to give away 100 manna gum seedlings to those who...
Island Park vision comes to life
A vision for Island Park has been set, following the endorsement of a key document.
At the September Council Meeting Councillors adopted the Island...
Tigers turn it around, Colts’ Peiris phenomenal
PORTLAND Tigers have pulled off a great escape in the second round of the Hamilton District Cricket Association season, a game-saving contribution from Gerard...
