Vox pop – asking people on the streets
"How has your Christmas/New Year's holiday been so far?"
Beautiful day for music in the gardens
JANUARY'S Music in the Gardens, organised by the Friends of the Hamilton Botanic Gardens, was a great success, according to committee member Jane Heazlewood....
No water worries
Wannon Water’s Annual Water Outlook report confirms that no water restrictions are planned for the Hamilton area in 2026.
Managing director Steven Waterhouse said the...
What’s on in our community
Groups
Hamilton and District 4WD Club
Meetings and activities. Second Tuesday of every month. North Hamilton Fire Shed, Balkins Road, Hamilton. M/ship fee required. Phone Vice...
Fishing for a new interest
Fishcare Victoria ran a come and try fishing clinic at the Lake Hamilton boat ramp in very sunny weather on Tuesday 6 December. Some...
Fire risk warning
IN the midst of extremely hot weather, the region’s leading firefighter has urged residents to take extra care, with a particular focus on farm...
Cancer council helps out
Across 2025, Victorians continued to call 13 11 20 – Cancer Council Victoria’s vital information and support phone line for people affected by cancer...
Marksie’s Ripper Camp Fire Yarns
Inspired by his adventures in the Northern Territory bush, Portland's Geoff Mark has published a book that’s a guaranteed giggle and chortle.
‘Marksie's Ripper...
CFA warns of catastrophic fire danger
LOCAL residents are being warned to prepare for potentially hazardous fire conditions across the South West region on Friday 9 January, with the Country...
Hamilton market reports
HAMILTON LAMB MARKET
WEDNESDAY 7 JANUARY
At Hamilton agents yarded 24,000 lambs which was a reduction of 25,500 compared to the last sale held prior to...
Program saves lives, but needs to recruit mentors
VOLUNTEER work is the cornerstone of communities across the Southern Grampians Shire, with essential work happening every day to help better townships and the...
Junior tennis champions crowned
The term four spring junior tennis competition wrapped up at the Hamilton Lawn Tennis Club recently, with title winners decided after months of action.
The...
