WHILST lockdowns have disrupted schooling as well as caused levels of social disconnection, there is some evidence of a silver lining.

VICTORIA’S sixth lockdown has forced local hospitality venues to throw out all their fresh produce, meat, and food, causing a big dent in their bottom line.

BUSINESSES have had the rug pulled out from underneath them after the announcement of another seven-day lockdown, according to Hamilton Regional Business Association (HRBA) president, Darcy Walker.

PENSHURST coach, Jarryd Anton, has stepped down from the A grade coaching role.

THE $40,000 Moredun Hill Casterton Steeplechase heads a big day of jump’s racing at Casterton tomorrow.

THE South West District Football Netball League (SWDFNL) season remains in doubt after the state was forced back into lockdown once again.

LIVING on a farm in Minhamite, Sarah and Chris Hines have formed a love for their miniature donkeys.

WITH the Hamilton Men’s Shed up and running again following the latest COVID-19 lockdown, local men are encouraged to get involved with the shed’s woodworking activities and become a member.

AS regional communities continue to seek relief from State Government COVID-19 responses largely geared towards outbreaks in high population areas, the possibility of rapid testing becoming widely available is on the horizon.

DOGS, skateboards and scooters could be banned from Port Fairy’s streets during the busy summer period under a proposal put forward by the Moyne Shire Council this week.