The Orbost and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry has been busy finalising artwork and activating business Eftpos terminals in the anticipation of the arrival of the Eftpos gift cards.  “We can finally announce that they are on sale from Wavez Salon or by contacting myself (Garry Squires) and will indeed make the perfect Christmas gift for those that are hard to buy for,”...

Nicholson Street came alive for Super Saturday.  The car parks were full, tables and chairs at cafés were taken up by diners and stores had people walking out with full bags of goods.  Chatter, laughter and people were generally in high spirits when they came together in what felt like a ‘normal’ pre-COVID Christmas time.  By all accounts, Super Saturday was a success. The Orbost...

December is the busiest month of the year and the Orbost and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry has decided to run multiple events to encourage locals and visitors to support local businesses, come together as a community and end another turbulent year in high spirits. The chamber’s annual lucky shopper competition is on again this year.  There will be weekly draws for...

Orbost Secondary College year 12 students finally got to let their hair down last week. After enduring two difficult COVID years, the graduating students finished exams and enjoyed a night out at the Marlo Hotel. School captain, Molly Short, thanked all those who supported the student cohort through the final two years of schooling, both at home and on campus. “We are very privileged to be able...

The Orbost Club is a community club and therefore a percentage of its profits go back into the community in the way of grants/sponsorship.  For the 2020/21 year, the Orbost Community Sports Centre received $2248 towards a new treadmill in the gym, Orbost Hockey Club received $2500 for the replacement of goalie gear. Orbost Cricket Club received $1000 to go towards junior development and...