Exciting elf hunt
THE Glenelg Shire Council has organised a local elf hunt for children and their parents to participate in as Christmas is nearing.
The ‘Glenelf Hunt’...
Ready, set, fire… at last
IT’S going to be a case of second time lucky on Saturday when the big cannon at Battery Point will finally be fired again.
The...
Toy Run rides into town
WITH Christmas fast approaching, families across the shire are flocking to Portland’s stores to fill their stockings with toys and goodies to celebrate the...
Garden Street dog attack unresolved
A PORTLAND man has expressed his frustrations after a dog attack in the city – which left him with multiple serious wounds – has...
K hub wishing tree brings joy
THE Salvation Army’s Wishing Tree has gone up at K hub, as part of the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal, which provides gifts for children...
Lifetime of love for Portland couple
A CHANCE meeting at a house party more than 60 years ago has led to a lifetime of happiness for one Portland couple.
Just like...
Damaged trees Who would do this?
THESE two sheoak trees have enjoyed some of Portland’s best views for a very long time – all the while providing vital habitat for...
Portland artist reaches new heights
BUDDING Portland artists Kaylene Baker is celebrating success, with her original painting selling for almost $1000 through an online auction last month.
Two Cockatoos, by...
Program expands Indigenous education
INDIGENOUS education embedded into the curriculum, not merely a separate part of it – that’s the goal of an expanded new initiative at Portland...
Acts of kindness at the forefront this Christmas
UNITED Way Glenelg is shifting the focus from chocolate and gifts to spreading kindness and appreciation this holiday season with a community advent calendar.
The...
Twilight Sale this Friday
GET your Christmas shopping underway and enjoy a family-oriented evening this Friday with the Portland Twilight Sale.
Presented by the Portland Observer in conjunction with...
Taking advantage of the future
WHAT do building a drivable car made of Lego, cheating at school, asking kids how you could run your business better, finding a “monopoly”...
V/Line adds extra trips
After slashing the cost of a V/Line ticket through the regional fare cap, the State Government is now boosting train frequency on the Warrnambool,...
