Title on offer
JAYDEN Riddle will be eyeing off the Victorian Silver Welterweight Title when he returns to the ring on March 20 for his biggest professional boxing bout to date.
Shire asks for wind farm planning amendment to reflect local feedback
THE Moyne Shire is calling on the developer of the Hawkesdale Wind Farm to heed the community’s concerns over wind farm setbacks.
Karate kicks on at new venue
HAMILTON’S WSKF (World Shotokan Karate-do Federation) Karate has started the new year with great success, making the move to a bigger location which better suits its classes.
Vaccine to roll out soon
THE Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has declared the Pfizer vaccine safe for use in Australia, with the first phase of the vaccine roll out expected to begin in the Southern Grampians in the coming months.
‘Quick trip’ became lifetime commitment
“ONE of the most special elements of Australia Day celebrations each year is the welcoming of new citizens into our community.”
Gates always open at local ‘wonderland’
MONTHLY farmers markets at the Hamilton Institute of Rural Learning (HIRL) will return on the last weekend of February.
OAM for service veteran
HAMILTON born, George Habel has been recognised for his significant service to veterans and their families in the Australia Day Honours List.
Australia Day from another perspective
FOR many in the community, today will be a day of mourning and remembrance.
Park a “death trap”
A HOMERTON farmer is concerned not enough has been done to prepare Budj Bim for the summer after last summer’s devastating bushfires, saying he believed the national park was a “death trap”.
Hub put to test
THE Western Country Regional Cricket Hub has had plenty of action in recent weeks with the Western District Girls Shield contested in Hamilton last week, with the cricket games continuing this week.
New firefighters protect region’s best assets
WOLFGANG Hodgson-Lane, Michael Morgan and Xavier Wells are the newest team of Project Firefighters (PFFs) at the Cavendish Forest Fire Management depot.
Campe’s Motor Museum, a hidden gem
CAMPE’S Motor Museum is truly one of Hamilton’s hidden gems and with over 120 motor vehicles, it is a dream come true for any motor enthusiast.