Soulty song release on the horizon
Hamilton-based musician Soulty, known for her heartfelt song writing and soulful folk-pop sound, is set to release a new single titled Riverbank on July...
Autumn rainfall roundup
WE'RE into winter now and, gradually, things are getting wetter.
Looking back at the autumn, there were rainfall deficits across the readership area.
However, the pattern...
Many views for new exhibition
Friday night saw close to 150 people gather at Hamilton Gallery for the opening of local artist, Emma Stuart’s solo exhibition, One Land, Many...
Long ride for refugees’ education
A former refugee has embarked on an extraordinary 4000-kilometre cycling journey to raise educational funds for refugees and Afghan women and will be stopping...
Fancy a new car for $25?
Western District Health Service (WDHS) is calling on the community to support women’s health by purchasing a ticket in the 2025 Mammogram Appeal Raffle.
Drawn...
Roadshow-style antiques day at Gallery
The Gibson’s Western District Valuation Day will take place at Hamilton Gallery on Saturday July 5 from 10am to 3pm.
The event is free to...
How are you coping with the cold weather?
This week's question for those on the street was; "How are you coping with the cold weather?"
Here are their responses.
Botanic Gardens play host to brave knights and fair maidens
Hamilton Re-enactment Society are having a training session this Saturday June 14 at the Hamilton Botanic Garden
We will be there 9-2...
Twilight launch for Lake’s lights
The entire community is invited to the official launch of Lake Hamilton’s brand-new solar lighting on Tuesday June 24.
Join them at 5.30pm at the...
Mega Mil makeover
South West TAFE’s Hamilton campus has received a $3.1 million boost that will improve student facilities and potentially open up opportunities for more course...
Shopfront makeover program returns
SOUTHERN GRAMPIANS SHIRE COUNCIL (SGSC) is once again helping local businesses put their best foot forward with the return of the Business Façade Improvement...
A dive into the past
HISTORICAL divers from across the nation descended upon Portland over the King’s Birthday long weekend, and brought with them a return to the time...
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...
