LOCAL road users say despite massive increases in rates over recent years and millions of dollars in ‘bonus’ funding from the Federal Government, both Southern Grampians and Glenelg Shire continue to neglect vital access routes to local farms.

THE Casterton Kelpie Association’s art show this year was even more sensational than usual, when three members of the same family took out top awards.

SOUTHERN Grampians Shire Council’s Community Partnership Grant applications are now open, with a series of drop-in, one-on-one information sessions being conducted throughout July to assist prospective grant applicants through the application process.

REGISTERED sex offender Warren ‘Wazza’ Wright, 49, of no fixed addressed, remains in custody after appearing briefly at the Warrnambool Magistrates’ Court via a video link on Monday for a plea indication hearing.

HAMILTON recorded 101 millimeters of rain for the month of June, making it one of the wettest opening winter months on record.

THE results of self-determination and Aboriginal community control are evident in the lives of the Elders as the Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation launched NAIDOC Week festivities and activities in Hamilton on Monday afternoon.

PORTLAND District Health’s (PDH) annual winter blanket and coat drive has received outstanding support from the community this year, with one family going above and beyond to help. The drive was launched in 2016, collecting blankets, coats and other items to keep those in need stay warm over the winter. PDH Community Engagement and Fundraising […]

NARRAWONG author Maya Linnell has just released what is sure to be another award-winning book - Kookaburra Cottage.

ANITA Rank, the Glenelg Shire’s longest serving mayor has resigned from the Council, with more than a year to run before the next election. The Councillor of 11 years resigned effective immediately on Friday, and said she was leaving in good spirits after accepting a “Federal Government position”. Ms Rank said she was leaving after […]

SOUTH-WEST school students will benefit from a comprehensive suite of interactive classroom resources designed by Food and Fibre Great South Coast to build exposure to Victoria’s diverse food and fibre sector.