Port Fairy has a lot of heart
POPULAR tourist destination Port Fairy is now better equipped for summer thanks to a community-driven effort that has provided seven new publicly accessible automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
Spectator Retro
A look back at previous editions of the paper 50 and 25 years ago
Doris celebrates 100th birthday
DORIS Lanyon, formally of Hamilton, celebrated her 100th Birthday on Sunday, November 24.
Former local wins woodwork award
FORMER Baimbridge College student, Andrew (Andy) Ward, now of Melbourne has been awarded the overall Australian winner of Maker of the Year 2024 for his exquisite craftsmanship, a Barkly Table made from Tasmanian Oak.
Senate vote critical to family farm
A CRITICAL vote is coming up in the Senate which could impact the many farmers who have land in their Self Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs).
Shaping the New Hamilton Gallery
SOUTHERN Grampians Shire Council (SGSC) has invited community members to help shape the design of the New Hamilton Gallery (NHG).
Hamilton’s first policewoman remembered
Hamilton’s first policewoman has passed away in Canberra on November 13 aged 90.
Memorable WDHS AGM for staff and community
A LONG list of activities, several awards and a prominent guest speaker were features of the recent Western District Health Service (WDHS) Annual General Meeting (AGM), which more than 100 staff and community members attended.
Parks Victoria review motives questioned
A STATEMENT by the Victorian National Parks Association has questioned the motives behind the Victorian Government’s “comprehensive” review of Parks Victoria.
Heavy rain set to fall today
HAMILTON is set for a very wet weekend with consistent rain forecast from mid-morning today.
Moyne Shire mayor and deputy elected
COUNCILLOR Karen Foster has been re-elected as mayor of Moyne Shire Council (MSC) following a vote at an MSC meeting on Tuesday, November 26 and will serve for the second time in the role.
Christmas On The Trains
THE Hamilton Miniature Railway Group will be holding its fourth annual ‘Christmas On The Trains’ event this Sunday, December 1 as a day full of fun, food and festivities.