Articles by A Staff Reporter
Upgrades to two notorious corners delayed
Two major Colac district road projects will be delayed but the State Government says it cannot reveal any further details.
Push for new lakeside path
A former shire mayor says a shared path from Colac to Meredith Park would attract events, boost local health and help showcase the city’s crown jewel, Lake Colac.
‘Give everyone a chance’
Asked what she finds most challenging about umpiring football, Linda Knight doesn’t need any thinking time. “The way people treat you.”
Man accepts responsibility for quad bike theft
A 53-year-old man with a clean criminal history who stole a quad bike must pay $500 to the court fund.
Council in court over beagle
A man who didn’t register his three-year-old beagle in Corangamite Shire has avoided a penalty in court – serving as a reminder for pet owners to register their animals, with registrations due this week.
Husband put on notice
A 79-year-old man with no criminal history who threw a pillow at his wife and threatened to kill her has walked from court promising to be on his best behaviour until the end of the year.
Driving program for hoon
A 33-year-old father who told police officers he “didn’t mean to do a burnout, dude” must complete a safe driving program.
State refutes closure concerns
The State Government says there are no plans to close any Victorian hospitals or cut frontline health budgets, despite a local MP’s concern about unrealistic savings targets and funding cuts.