End of the road for problem trees
Two London plane trees will be pulled out from the Hamilton CBD in the coming weeks by the Southern Grampians Shire Council (SGSC), following...
THAC shines in production
THE Hamilton and Alexandra College put on three spectacular nights of the hit musical Mamma Mia from August 7 to 9, delighting audiences with...
Local schools benefit from Bash
SEVERAL primary schools from across the region were awarded grants from Variety the Children's Charity, before the start of the Variety Victoria Bash.
Penshurst,...
Variety Bash brings out the best in business
The country’s preeminent motoring fundraising event, the Variety Victoria Bash, has seen a wide range of vehicles and entrants tackle 10 days of true...
Radio enthusiasts preserve lighthouse legacy
As automated lighthouses replace traditional maritime signalling, a group of radio enthusiasts in Portland is ensuring the rich history of communication doesn't fade into...
No girls allowed at book club
Farmer Jack Kennedy, who runs sheep and cattle at his property in Dunkeld, runs the Tough Guy Book Club in Hamilton every month that...
Tramping in the Southern Alps
In November of 2024, I spent two days tramping through the Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks, through some of the most incredible country...
Employment opportunities with CMAs for drought-impacted farmers
Farmers, farm workers and agricultural business in south-west Victoria impacted by ongoing drought conditions can now apply for paid off-farm work through a newly...
Water workshops in south west
THE more we know about our crops and soil, the better we can plan for an optimal growing season and the best use of...
Church sale uncovers hidden military treasure
Heywood Uniting Church has been sold and has passed on a never before seen artifact to the perfect home.
While clearing the walls of the...
Pyers legacy leaves locals $100,000 healthier
The Pyers Bros deceased estate auction held on Sunday 10 August has raised over $100,000 for the local community, with the money equally distributed...
Cavendish backdrop for perfect day
Local dietitian Sheridan Krause and wind turbine electrician Zack Bartlett exchanged their wedding vows earlier in the year, in a beautiful ceremony held at...
Roo Rankings: Round 16
It was a grim outing for the Hamilton Kangaroos last weekend against South Warrnambool, as the Roos were beaten convincingly 11.20 (86) to 0.4...
