All aboard for new Railway book
HOT on the shelves, ‘To The Port’ reveals the lengthy history of the railway line from Ararat to Portland, and the stations in between.
Written...
Local Lions live to fight another day
Earlier this year the Hamilton Lions Club was struggling and left with an uncertain future, following an exodus of members.
But with several new members...
From my desk – with Federal MP Dan Tehan
As we come to the end of another busy year, I want to wish you and your loved ones a warm and joyful Christmas....
Council meeting on Wednesday to vote on tree removal
The Southern Grampians Shire Council is set to address several important issues impacting the future of Hamilton's central business district, the growth of smaller...
Christmas parade heralds in the festive season
Hamilton’s beloved annual tradition, the St Mary’s Christmas Parade, lit up the central business district last Friday, officially kicking off the festive season.
Few events...
Not Guilty plea for murder-accused
A 48-year-old Hamilton man has pleaded not guilty to the murder of 48-year-old Caroline 'Carlee' Smith, electing to fast-track his case straight to the...
Deja vu for demo
It might seem like a case of deja vu, as this time last year there was an announcement that demolition works would begin on...
Christmases past
If you think Christmas preparations begin earlier each year, you may prefer to go back to a simpler time.
A time when Christmas was...
Vox pop – we take it to the streets
"Do the parking meters in the CBD affect your shop?"
Committee signs lease for pool
The Glenthompson Swimming Pool Committee is pleased to report significant progress toward reopening the Glenthompson Swimming Pool for community use. On 27 November, the...
Making movies for Eisteddfod
THE Hamilton Eisteddfod Committee is preparing for an exciting 62nd annual Hamilton Eisteddfod from June 1 to 14.
While entries are not open until...
Dunkeld’s Light Horse museum receives Council grant
THE Australian Light Horse Heritage Collection museum in Dunkeld has been a very grateful recipient of a 2024/25 Community Grant from Southern Grampians Shire...
All aboard for new Railway book
HOT on the shelves, ‘To The Port’ reveals the lengthy history of the railway line from Ararat to Portland, and the stations in between.
Written...
