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Council’s community grants opening soon

Published on 28 January 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.

Local youth shine at Battle of the Jams

Published on 27 January 2026

Young local musicians took centre stage at the Hooked on Portland Festival during the highly anticipated Battle of the Jams competition, held on Friday 16 January at the Hooked on Portland Stage.

New L2P Car Boosts Opportunities for Young Drivers in Heywood

Published on 21 January 2026

Council is excited to announce a major boost for its L2P Program in Heywood, thanks to the generous support of local organisations.
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What's On

Storytime

13 February 2026

Storytime sessions for preschool-aged children are held at the Portland Library every week during school terms.
No bookings required, all welcome.
This program does not run over school holidays.

Southern 500 Speedway Super Rods Bill Campbell Memorial

14 February 2026

Super Rods Bill Campbell Memorial. Production Sedans, Junior Sedans SS Series Round, Standard Saloons, Vintage Rods/Sedans

Tyrendarra P&A Show

14 February 2026

Come along and enjoy the spectacle, excitement and fun of the Tyrendarra Agricultural Show, it features a pet competition, cattle, horses, sheep, poultry, a Car Show and Shine, vintage tractor and motor display, craft, cooking and vegetable competition plus a whole lot more.
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Your Say Glenelg

Glenelg Shire 2026-2027 Budget Development

Ongoing consultation

Join the conversation and help shape the 2026/27 Annual Budget. Council is seeking community input to help shape the 2026/27 Annual Budget. This is your chance to join the conversation. Feedback will help guide decisions on: * Prioritisation of Capital Projects * Allocation of additional funding for Renewal Projects * Review of Differential Rating categories Complete ...

Proposed Lease - Fitzgerald Place Riordan Group

Ongoing consultation

Glenelg Shire Council is proposing to lease a portion of land on Fitzgerald Place (Lot RD LP138324, Fitzgerald Place Portland Vic 3305) to Riordan Group Pty Ltd currently used for operational activities and will assist with the internal flow of vehicles. The proposal is for a period of five years with two five-year extensions at $1130.00 excl. GST per annum plus CPI. As the...

Welcome to our Community Newsletter page

Ongoing consultation

Here you can find each edition of our regular Community Newsletter to download, as well as links to Council's other news and media articles. Have Your Say on what you want to see in our regular Newsletters by filling out the suggestions form at the bottom of this page. Want an email notification when a new edition is added? Subscribe to the the project via the "Stay Inform...

Casterton Railway Precinct Activation

Ongoing consultation

Council has received federal funding from the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program [https://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/about/local-initiatives/local-roads-and-community-infrastructure-program] Phase 4 for completion of works to the Casterton Railway Precinct. These works will include: * Upgrades to the existing pathways * Inclusion of all an abilities a...

Cape Bridgewater Amenities project

Ongoing consultation

The multi-million transformation of one of the Glenelg Shire’s most loved tourist attractions has taken shape. Stage 1 and 2 are now complete with the final stage about to commence that will see a refurbishment of the existing amenities building. Have your say on the refurbishment of the Cape Bridgewater Amenities refurbishment. The Cape Bridgewater Infrastructure Masterpla...

Domestic Animal Management Plan 2026-2029

Ongoing consultation

DRAFT DOMESTIC ANIMAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Council invited community to share their thoughts on the Draft Domestic Animal Management Plan. The Plan outlines how we’ll work over the next four years to promote responsible pet ownership, support animal welfare, and create safe, happy spaces for both people and pets in our community. Feedback was sought to help us make sure the Pla...
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Community Grants

Our Community Grants Program will be open from Monday 9 February 2026 - Sunday 22 February 2026.

Council meeting livestream

Watch the Council meeting at the Portland Municipal Office on Tuesday, 27 January, here.

Council Venues

Learn more about our Venues available for hire.

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The Glenelg Shire Council respectfully acknowledges the Gunditjmara, Jardwadjali and Boandik people as the Traditional Owners of the land that the Glenelg Shire encompasses and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We recognise that Aboriginal people have cared for and protected this land we call home since the dreaming. Their connections to the land, animals, seas and waterways was, and continues to be, a part of their being and we thank them for their significant contributions to life in Glenelg.

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Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.

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