CANOLA pricing has fluctuated considerably in the last three years after several decades of a much smaller range of values, contributing to challenges for farmers in risk and debt management, decision making on input costs and market access.

FOUR Portland Eightball Association competitors will be hitting the representative stage next week at national and international events.

A SEMINAR on Thursday, September 14, sponsored by J M Ellis & Co, at Tarrington with presentations by Animal Innovations and Management (AIM) senior technical sales specialist, Rob Coburn and technical sales specialist, Matt Hall, on the topic of ‘Feeding Livestock for Profit’ was well attended.

MEMBERS Of Hamilton and District Legacy are again collecting fleeces and preparing for the 72nd annual Fleece Show which will be held in the Fashion Pavilion at the Hamilton Showgrounds early next year.

THE ‘This Girl Can’ - Wellness for All morning tea and free fitness workshop took place at the Hamilton Indoor Leisure & Aquatic Centre (HILAC) on Wednesday morning.

PORTLAND Coasters junior basketballers had their first tournament of the 2023-24 representative season in Hamilton on the weekend with three teams winning the grand final.

ROUND two of midweek pennant, like most weeks had some highs and lows.

STANDING Tall in Hamilton recently received $8556 in funding for the ‘We Are Not Alone’ program which they hope will build the skills and confidence of volunteers in the community.

A BRIGHT display of colour and delicate perfumes is set to welcome people at the upcoming Cavendish Fleece and Flower Show next month.

HAMILTON Basketball Association stars, Emily Iredell, Yolanda O’Sullivan and Zanda Ewing, have gained selection for higher honours after taking part in the Basketball Victoria coaching academy