Portland Gymnastics upgrade progress Published on 05 August 2026 The upgrade of the Portland Gymnastics Club facility is a step closer, with Glenelg Shire Council supporting the next stage of a project that will deliver significant improvements for gymnasts, families and the wider community. Tagged as: , Media Releases
How to keep your pets safe Published on 04 August 2026 Residents are being reminded to keep dogs on a lead and away from sick or dead birds following the detection of avian influenza (bird flu) in the Portland area. Tagged as: , Announcements
Glenelg Shire Records Strong Summer Tourism Growth Published on 03 August 2026 Glenelg Shire has recorded a strong summer tourism season, with visitor numbers and spending increasing significantly compared to the same period last year. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community Embraces FOGO Published on 02 August 2026 Glenelg Shire residents are already making a significant impact through Council's new Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) service, with more than 272 tonnes of organic material diverted from landfill in the first three months of operation. Tagged as: , Media Releases
National Tree Day at Yarraman Park Published on 02 August 2026 Around 30 community members braved wet and windy conditions to plant 333 locally indigenous trees, shrubs and groundcovers at Yarraman Park during Glenelg Shire Council's inaugural National Tree Day event. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Detection of H5N1 avian influenza in South West Victoria Published on 30 July 2026 Glenelg Shire Council is urging residents and visitors to remain vigilant and avoid contact with sick or dead birds and wildlife following confirmation that the highly pathogenic avian influenza strain H5N1 has been detected in Victoria. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Future growth through major diversification initiatives Published on 23 July 2026 Glenelg Shire Council has welcomed the completion of the Future Fibre Hardwood Timber Manufacturing Hub Feasibility Study and the continued development of Council's Future Portland Project, two initiatives helping to shape the Glenelg Shire's economic future. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council’s community grants opening this month Published on 20 July 2026 Community groups, individuals and not-for profit organisations in the Glenelg Shire are invited to make their project a reality through Council’s Community Grants Program, which opens soon. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Glenelg youth shine at sold-out Live & Local event Published on 14 July 2026 The Portland Yacht Club came alive with energy, applause and local talent last week as Glenelg Shire Council's sold-out Live & Local event. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Funding success for Heywood and Casterton Published on 13 July 2026 Funding has been secured to help deliver two important community infrastructure projects in Casterton and Heywood. Tagged as: , Media Releases