A look back at previous editions of the paper 50 and 25 years ago.

I HOPE everyone had a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year.

AUTOMATED beef boning processing is a step closer now.

STANDING Tall in Hamilton has served the community for 20 years, connecting students in need to mentors who support and encourage them.

THE Southern Vintage Engine & Tractor Pull Association will proudly present its annual two-day Orford Vintage Rally next weekend from 9am on Saturday, January 20, finishing about 3pm on Sunday, January 21, 2024.

HAMILTON Bowling Club has unveiled its brand-new bowling green with a ceremonial first bowl on Thursday afternoon as Peter Graham, the newly crowned men’s club champion, sent the first bowl down the green.

RAISING money for the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) is never far from Hamilton Lions Club member, Allan Hadden’s mind. This time he is organising a Hamilton Lions Club golf day with big prize money on offer.

SUMMER swimming lessons are back across the south-west, with the government funded VICSWIM program now in full swing.

HAMILTON Harness Racing Club celebrates its biggest day on the calendar today, with the staging of its cups meeting with the Hamilton Pacing Cup, Hamilton Trotters Cup and the Border Cup Final all being awarded across the afternoon.

THE annual summer Australia Lamb advertisement has returned for 2024 highlighting that nothing bridges the “generation gap” and brings people together quite like Aussie lamb.