AFTER more than 20 years in the capable hands of three locals, Casterton Agricultural Machinery has been handed down to its third generation of local ownership – a fifth-generation Casterton resident.

A very easy and quick meal to make. Served with mashed potato it is always a winner. Great for youngsters with a healthy appetite

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

IT’S been called “the jewel in the crown” of the Portland foreshore by some, and “a permanent blot on the landscape” by others, but a decision has finally been made on the new multipurpose building that will replace the yacht and angling clubs.

LOCAL farmers may spot helicopters regularly low-flying overhead before the year is out, as game duck populations are surveyed ahead of the 2023 hunting season.

ONE Elsa MacLeod Kindergarten student chose to cut off her long locks for cancer and received plenty support with a crazy hair day.

A letter from the publisher, Richard Beks.

IT was a battle of literacy skills at Dunkeld Consolidated School on Wednesday when teams from six different schools went head-to-head to win the 2022 Readers Cup.

ANYONE with a keen eye may have noticed the Kelpie in front of the Casterton Town Hall had a rocking new buddy last week – part of a larger movement promoting social connection, craftiness and getting outdoors.

THE Curator’s Cottage at the Portland Botanic Gardens is a great example of the city’s history – and after more than two years the public will finally get another chance to have a look inside.