$13m local tourism spend
THE Grampians Peak Trail and Mackenzie Falls were some of the big winners in yesterday’s Victorian Tourism Recovery Package announcement with $13 million to be spent upgrading the local attractions.
Stephanie’s determination and kindness earn her award
STEPHANIE Austin has been awarded a Southern Grampians Youth Achievement Award for her determination and kindness.
Trio celebrates milestone in “rewarding” job
WESTERN District Health Service (WDHS) staff, Madonna Spong, Mary Saligari and Jenny Kearney have dedicated many sears of service to their facilities.
Music in the Vines forced to postpone 2021 event
MACARTHUR’S Music in the Vines won’t look the same in 2021, with COVID-19 restrictions forcing a change in plans.
Crawford’s bail denied
NIGEL Crawford, 42, of Tennyson Street, Hamilton, had his application for bail rejected on Friday when he fronted the Warrnambool Magistrates Court.
Charged with drug...
Man attempts to hide drugs from police
A HAMILTON man in his 40s fronted the Warrnambool Magistrates Court yesterday, charged with possession of traffickable quantity of drugs.
Big names in local real estate retire
FROM a family business which started in 1966 to retirement in 2020, David and Helen Morrison have been through a rollercoaster ride in the real estate industry.
Financial impact upgraded
IN the past eight months, COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the Southern Grampians and Moyne Shire’s economy according to latest data from analytics consulting firm, Taylor Fry.
WDHS helps recognise NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC Week celebrations commenced on Tuesday with Western District Health Service (WDHS) partnering with Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation for an online flag raising ceremony and...
Remembering them
AT the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the country units to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
Click for Christmas campaign encourages local shopping
THE Southern Grampians Shire and the Hamilton Regional Business Association (HRBA) are encouraging the community to shop local with their Click for Christmas campaign.
Fitzgerald backs his team
WESTERN District Health Service (WDHS) is confident its COVID-19 staff screening and testing protocols are keeping the community safe from the virus.
Hamilton Bowls
Indoor bowls takes centre stage this week with the commencement of the pennant season.
After a year’s recess, coach Bev has assembled a formidable...
