Black Dog ride raises $13,000
A FLEET of 129 motorbikes took to the road last weekend for the 2026 South West Black Dog Ride.
The riders assembled for the...
Council group pens letter to Premier on fuel issue
RURAL Councils Victoria has written to the Premier, Jacinta Allan, urging her to include rural perspectives in her government's response to fuel access issues.
The...
Raising dough… for Good Friday Appeal
A SPECIAL hot cross bun workshop has been organised to raise funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal, this weekend.
Organiser of...
Planned burns to come
FAVOURABLE weather and forest conditions across the state will be used to the advantage of Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) help reduce the risk...
Council is coming – to a town near you
This year, Southern Grampians Shire Council is bringing local government directly to the communities it serves, with the Around the Towns with Council community...
Reducing the risk
As we move into autumn, we reflect on the challenges brought by recent extreme heat and bushfires across our state. These events reminded us...
Art competition open now
Naracoorte Art Gallery's annual Ibis Rising art competition is now open, and artists have until Thursday 2 April to submit their entries.
Artists of all...
Hampers galore at Community House
IT'S A BUSY time for the Hamilton Community House, as their annual Market Day fundraiser comes around again this Saturday from 9.30am.
Co-ordinator Debra...
Good Friday Appeal bake sale returns
THE highlight of Hamilton’s Good Friday Appeal, the Fundraising Bake and Produce Sale, is on again.
Every slice, cupcake, biscuit and sweet treat can...
Emma Memma brings a Jungle Picnic to Mt Gambier
PACK a snack and get ready to twirl, Emma Memma is making her way just across the border.
The popular children’s entertainer is looking forward...
State Opposition Leader visits south west region
Victorian Leader of the Opposition, Jess Wilson, visited the south west over the weekend and met with locals.
Moyne Shire Mayor Jordan Lockett, Deputy Mayor...
The great AI content heist
In a recent Australian Financial Review opinion piece, “There is nothing creative about AI not paying for news content”, Rod Sims made a point...
Darras and Colts meet in decider
PORTLAND Colts and Tyrendarra will battle in the Hamilton District Cricket Association (HDCA) two-day grand final after finishing the regular season in the competition's...
