HAMILTON woman, Katy McMahon is hoping to raise some much-needed funds to provide clean water for people in developing countries, through her passion for baking.

THIS week is Foster Care Week, recognising those families who take in children in desperate need of help, and MacKillop Family Services is asking for more help within the region.

VACCINATION rates across the state have continued to rise, and Southern Grampians Shire was amongst the top 10 local government areas.

THE recent announcement by the State Government that it would be mandatory for truck drivers returning to Victoria from New South Wales to have their first vaccine by next week has drawn a sharp response from the Livestock and Rural Transporters Association of Victoria (LRTAV).

TO set a new scene for lawn bowls in Victoria, several changes have been made to administration levels.

HAMILTON is set to host the Under-16 boys Youth Premier League (YPL) carnival in December, capitalising on the success of events during last cricket season.

TWO south-west MPs have been given new portfolios following last week’s Liberal Party spill that saw Matthew Guy take over as opposition leader from Michael O’Brien.

WITH spring now here, many households will start using their heating devices less at home, but the CFA is urging the community not to become complacent with fire safety.

RESIDENTS of aged-care facilities have felt the full toll of Victoria’s restrictions, unable to see their loved ones because of visitor restrictions, but it isn’t all doom and gloom within the facilities.

RESIDENTS in the south-west have been reminded by Rural Councils Victoria to report on their connectivity issues, with an online survey closing soon.