An idea whose time has come
IT’S the language of our times so it was probably only a matter of time before someone got creative with it – and that’s...
Survival story more than just sugar
“WHEN I was 20 I couldn’t have told you where I’d be at 30, but these days I’m as good as I’ve ever been....
Not so scary for dairy
THE local dairy industry is on a high at the moment, after two good years in a row, and milk prices are at an...
Weather, virus woes but village powering ahead
THE first residents have signed up and work is progressing at the Portland Lifestyle Estate despite a couple of hard-to-ignore problems. Full story in...
Getting air
SUN’S out, guns out: teenager Kostya Vallance performs an Indy grab at the Portland skate park on Saturday, making the most of the spring...
Celebrating a great Australian
NEXT year’s Classics by the Bay show ‘n’ shine promises to have it all, as usual – but in 2022, there will be even...
Council to expand to ‘COVID-proof’ during lockdown
UNCERTAINTY regarding future local coronavirus lockdowns is forcing Glenelg Shire Council to take extraordinary measures to ensure its services aren’t affected. Full story in...
Work for art’s sake
WHEN the Julia Street Creative Space wanted to build an artistic new fence, it was the perfect opportunity to show some students that some...
Indigenous learning recognised
ONE Portland school has been recognised for its Indigenous education, being announced as a Victorian Education Excellence Awards finalist last week. Full story in...
Third vaccine available for city
PHARMACIES across the city have welcomed the latest vaccine roll out, with Moderna hitting shelves across the state lover the next few weeks. South...
The pursuit of perfection
“PLANT them about Melbourne Cup Day and take them out in May.”
Aside from being a catchy rhyme of sorts, it’s also some advice from...
Slitherers start sun seeking
THE warmer weather has started sightings of snakes in the region – though it might be a week or two yet before they become...
Mt Clay archers aim high
MOUNT Clay Archers welcomed competitors from across the state for the Australian Bowhunters Association three-day branch shoot on the March long weekend. It was...
