A windy but a delightful day at the Upwelling Festival
THE Upwelling Festival was a blast for the community, with something for everyone.
On Saturday morning, the festival kicked off with a well-attended free breakfast...
New manager at Seawinds Nursery
SEAWINDS Nursery has a new team member who’s jumped into the manager role.
Getting into theme for Upwelling Festival parade
LOCAL primary schools are busy preparing for the Upwelling Festival parade on Saturday.
Talking about the marine environment
DRAWING on her background in marine biology, local science teacher Bella Voulgaris will be giving a special talk during the Upwelling Festival next weekend.
Roadtripping for a cause
TEN cars rolled back into Portland on Monday afternoon, after a weekend of good memories driving all over the state to celebrate their efforts to raise $11,250 for Portland District Health’s South Ward.
CWA crafts exhibition held in Heywood
THE Country Women’s Association (CWA) Henty Group had their 57th Creative Arts Exhibition hosted by Heywood last Saturday.
Neighbourhood House saving the community
PORTLAND’S new Neighbourhood House service has started on a good foot, helping locals get access to an enormous amount of money through the Government’s Power Saver Bonus.
Hundreds gather to celebrate 150 years
PORTLAND North Primary School celebrated it birthday on the weekend in style with a few trips down memory lane, and a Saturday fete involving pony rides, jumping castles, history displays and lots of music.
New kindergarten officially underway
SECTIONS of a new kindergarten under construction in South Portland arrived under escort late last week.
Enhancing aged care
THE Leisure and Lifestyle team at Heywood Rural Health (HRH) ae determined to create a quality lifestyle for hospital residents.
Great white on the beach
A WASHED-UP great white shark carcass at Cape Bridgewater has caused a buzz amongst locals this week.
Supporting local cancer patients
A ‘Girls Day In’ cancer fundraiser in Portland has thrown the doors open to the men as well, to help purchase a new treatment machine for Portland District Health.
Record runners for 3 Bays
A RECORD number of entrants took part in the 2025 instalment of Portland Runners Club’s 3 Bays Running Festival, with strong local performers and...
