Council injects $129k back into the community Published on 20 October 2026 Cash injections for facility upgrades, community events and sporting equipment will be delivered in the latest round of the Glenelg Shire Council’s Community Grants program. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Precinct partnership signals confidence in Portland's economic future Published on 19 October 2026 Glenelg Shire Council has welcomed the announcement of Timberlink Australia as a new partner in The Precinct, saying the move reinforces Portland's growing reputation as a destination for renewable industry, advanced manufacturing and regional investment. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Glenelg Shire unveils new Advocacy Prospectus Published on 07 October 2026 Glenelg Shire Council has launched its new Advocacy Prospectus, setting out clear priority projects to help unlock investment, strengthen local communities and drive the region’s future growth. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Get Fire Ready with Free Green Waste Drop-Off Published on 07 October 2026 Residents are being encouraged to prepare their properties for the upcoming fire season, with Council once again offering free green waste disposal across the municipality. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Seniors Festival returns to Glenelg Shire this October Published on 06 October 2026 Residents are invited to connect, learn and celebrate this October as the Victorian Seniors Festival returns with a range of free community events across the Shire. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Major milestone reached for Portland Foreshore Published on 09 September 2026 Council is pleased to announce a major milestone for the Portland Foreshore Community Infrastructure Refurbishment Project, with tenders awarded and works expected to commence in late 2026. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Hooked on Portland set to return in 2027 Published on 26 August 2026 Hooked on Portland will return to Portland on the 23 January 2027 with a new partnership agreement between Glenelg Shire Council and the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA). Tagged as: , Media Releases
Advocating for Glenelg Shire in the halls of Parliament Published on 18 August 2026 Glenelg Shire Council has taken its advocacy priorities directly to Victorian Parliament House last week, with Mayor Cr Karen Stephens and CEO Helen Havercroft meeting with Ministers, Shadow Ministers and Members of Parliament to champion the needs of local communities. Tagged as: , Media Releases
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
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