Season brings different bites
While the fishing season is largely bringing great success for local fisherman across Portland and the surrounding areas, there is also seeing a decline...
Spectacular coastline on display
THIS month’s Thursday walk on July 24 with The Friends of the Great South West Walk, is a very beautiful one.
It is 14km...
Set sail on a journey of a lifetime with Viking
Imagine gliding through Europe’s most iconic landscapes, surrounded by history, culture, and luxury. Thanks to Viking and your local newspaper, one lucky reader will...
Man charged with deception
A MAN was charged with deception offences in Hamilton Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday July 9 after it was alleged he was involved in a...
Kundiman Gala Night excitement
THE Filipino Community of Portland Inc held their second annual Kundiman Gala Night on Saturday July 12, at the Portland Civic Hall, attended by...
Meet the Green Team
A BIN in the school yard is breaking apart? The Green Team is on the job.
Portland Secondary College has this year launched a new...
Celebrating 175 years of Freemasonry
A LONG time community asset and a part of Portland’s extensive history, Portland Freemasons is celebrating 175 years.
On Saturday, July 19, a month after...
Upwelling Festival receives grant boost
WANNON Water announced they will be awarding a total of $44,000 to 13 organisations and schools across South West Victoria as part of their...
A home away from home
PORTLAND has everything, specifically for a French exchange student whose first time it is living in Australia.
17-year-old Loick Cabon is from Montpellier, France, and...
Portland Renewable Fuels project seek funding
THE company behind the plan to build a renewable shipping fuel plant worth hundreds of millions of dollars in Portland have launched their Series...
Portland CFA captain lends expertise in Canada
WHILE temperatures plummet in Portland throughout our region’s colder months, Portland CFA Fire Brigade captain Ian Hamley is preparing to head across the globe...
$10,000 raised from ration challenge
PORTLAND Secondary College students and staff have challenged themselves for another year by undertaking one aspect of the refugee experience.
This year the school doubled...
Hurricanes enjoy great day out at Festival of Cricket
PORTLAND cricketer Macey Williamson competed with Hamilton District Cricket Association (HDCA) Hurricanes who recently sent a side to compete in the KFC Festival of...
