The 155th Casterton Show is on this weekend with something for the whole family.

Forest Fire Management Victoria’s newest recruits are gearing up for the summer bushfire season, undertaking intensive training camps across the state.

Weather permitting round 5 of Hamilton District Cricket Association A Grade will take place.

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Defence personnel and civilian volunteers will be out across Western Victoria selling poppies in the lead-up to Remembrance Day next Tuesday.

Southern Grampians Shire Council have re-elected Councillor Dennis Heslin as Mayor for a 12 month term following the Council meeting last night.

Branxholme Wallacedale Football Netball Club have announced that they have signed Caden Walter for next season.

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Kids across the Western District can now personally deliver their Christmas wish lists to Santa, thanks to the support of our local post office.

With McHappy Day only 10 days away, local McDonald’s stores are putting the finishing touches in place for a big day.

A major achievement for some of the Portland Colts Cricketers.

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Western District residents are being promised by the Federal Government that it will be easier to find a GP that bulk bills.

Nominations for the 2026 Southern Grampians Shire Community Recognition Awards, presented on Australia Day have officially opened.

Weekend Pennant Division one bowls results.

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Rabobank has released it's latest Farmer Confidence Survey... with optimism slowly returning amongst Victorian Farmers.

Operation Furlong kicks off this long weekend, with Victoria Police increasing their visibility across the state.

A big weekend in Country Basketball League men's competition.

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Western Victorian year 12 students are well into their exams - which is a stressful time not only for students but also their families.

Federal Member for Wannon Dan Tehan spoke in parliament about the state of the roads.

Round three of women's cricket tomorrow night.

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A number of volunteers are giving up their time to sell poppies ahead of remembrance day.

The countdown is on for Southern Grampians Shire Council residents and the opening of the outdoor pool season.

The Portland Football Netball Club are inviting local junior netballers to be part of selections on Monday 24th November and Wednesday 26th November at Hanlon Park.

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As many locals venture into our forests and parks this Melbourne Cup weekend - authorities are urging campers to learn about campfire safety before they go. 

Police have charged a Portland man over a serious alleged stabbing over the weekend.

Not great news for Hamilton District B Grade action with all matches abandoned on Saturday due to the weather.

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The Portland Men’s Shed has received a $2,500 grant from the United Way Glenelg Lewis Court Fund.

Victoria Police is updating its entrance exam, giving aspiring officers from Western Victoria a more flexible pathway to join the force.

Portland Coasters men had a win on the road on Saturday night defeating Warrnambool Seahawks in Country Basketball League.

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The Australian Taxation Office is reminding locals that have not lodged their tax return for 2024-25 they have until the end of the month.

Households in the Glenelg Shire are being encouraged to get fire ready this Spring, with a free green-waste initiative on offer.

Weather permitting round three of Hamilton District Cricket Association A grade matches on Saturday.

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