Have your say on REZ draft orders
The State Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio has now issued draft renewable energy zone orders for 5 onshore renewable energy zones -...
Christmas what’s on
Coleraine Lions Club Christmas Market
December 1 to 21, open 7 a week, 9.30am to 4pm, Whyte St Coleraine (next to the National Hotel), over...
Action on feral deer
Feral deer are increasingly impacting Western Victoria, posing serious threats to biodiversity, agriculture, forestry, and road safety. In response, a community forum will be...
Students lead the way in anti-vaping
Local students have found a creative and compelling way to spotlight anti-vaping efforts in the Glenelg Shire.
The Glenelg Anti-Vaping Project, delivered in partnership...
Government House visit
HEYWOOD Rural Health CEO Leigh Parker and head chef Brad Forbes visited Admiralty House in Sydney to meet the Governor-General, Her Excellency Sam Mostyn...
Honour for Heywood Rural Health
HEYWOOD Rural Health has been named the 2025 Premier’s Small Health Service of the Year, taking out the top honour at the Victorian Public...
Waterwise help on farms
With the long dry period, many farm dams are yet to fill. Support is available to assist with stock water planning and other farm...
Dunkeld to host national choir
FOR the third year running, Dunkeld will host the internationally renowned Australian Chamber Choir, on December 5 and 12.
The concerts will feature composers through...
Toy? Socks? Raffle donation callout
GRAY Street Primary School are getting their term four fundraiser into gear, with their annual Christmas raffle. This year's theme is my favourite things,...
Keeping the Toy Run tradition
The 32nd Heywood and Portland Toy Run is almost here, so it’s time to warm up that engine.
The Toy Run invites anyone with a...
Santa in The Hub
COUNCIL has announced the return of the popular Santa's Wonderland, hoping to bring festive cheer to The Hub Shopping Centre over the coming weeks....
Wannon’s winning volunteers
The Wannon Sport and Volunteer Awrdas were held recently in Colac with many local groups and individuals honoured for their important role in the...


















