It’s groundhog reopening day across the Colac district, with many businesses welcoming back customers today as the region emerges from lockdown once again. But local hospitality traders remain exasperated at strict patron caps under rules that took effect overnight.
Rules relaxed, but restrictions cause headaches
OPEN: Colac Botanic Café on the Lake is delighted to welcome back customers for seated service today. Pictured are Hendrick Warden, Teghan Fraser, Chloe Perisanidis and Penni Retford. The cafe is among businesses that can welcome back customers as regional Victoria’s lockdown eases. But caps remain on patron numbers.
