Fines loom for failing to vote
More than 1000 people failed to vote at the Glenelg Shire council election in October 2024 - and that could land them with...
Hit the dance floor
It’s time to get a groove on at the Portland Blue Light Disco Friday May 2.
Eight to 13-year-olds are invited to hit the dance...
Fishers concerned by proposed cuts
RECREATIONAL fisherman and commercial fishing industry stakeholders are voicing their concerns about the Victorian Fisheries Authority’s proposed cuts to numerous fisheries officers jobs across...
Transitioning into residential aged care
LIKE many people, June McDonald had mixed feelings about aged care, but over time she's been adapting to her new environment and finding enjoyment...
Almost 4000 Portland early voters
JUST under 4000 individuals have cast their vote at Portland’s pre-polling centre in its first five days of operation before the Saturday May 3...
Fire restrictions until mid-May
THE Country Fire Authority have amended the end date for the Fire Danger Period across the Glenelg Shire Council, with the period now set...
Tractor Trek raises $8500
BiIGGER numbers and new faces were a highlight of this year’s Heywood Tractor Trek.
About 30 tractors rolled up for the Saturday, April 12, morning...
Working bees are so important
MUCH of the 262km Great South West Walk is on public land managed by Parks Victoria and our working bees are approved and managed...
Paw-ful decision hounds drink driver
A DRIVER in Portland’s Bentinck Street has had their car impounded and licence immediately suspended after returning a preliminary breath test reading more than...
Generous Portland raises big total
IT was busy in the streets of Portland as the community gave generously to the Good Friday Appeal. Photographer Leesa Cook captured some of...
Sunny days and sunny smiles
The school holiday break brought quite a bit of sun and warmth, drawing families out onto the foreshore or for a nice meal at...
Lawn Purple hold on to win in round eight
LAWN Purple managed to fend off a tough Lawn Yellow outfit in round eight of the Surry District Tennis Association A grade competition.
The 4-44...
