Articles by Alison Martin
Earthquake recovery continues
Colac’s Mukti Timilsina and friends from across south-west Victoria have helped restore a water supply to a Nepalese community devastated by earthquakes last year.
Theatre founder will nominate
Colac district farmer and arts leader Andrew Beale wants to be the community’s voice and connect residents and ratepayers with Colac Otway Shire Council.
Accountant stands for council
Colac’s Glynis Myers has always looked for ways to give back to the community and she believes standing for Colac Otway Shire Council could be her next opportunity.
New candidate in council race
Birregurra’s Daryl Collins has only been in the district for two years but he believes his fresh approach and business background could provide a welcome boost to local government.
Property price boom across Colac district
Colac Otway Shire’s median house price has jumped an unprecedented 51 per cent in the past five years, reaching $370,500 at the end of last month.
Council cuts development’s size
Colac Otway Shire councillors who approved a 12-unit motel at Birregurra say their decision was an appropriate compromise between allowing development and retaining character.
Council to consider Colac reserve tender
Colac builder Spence Construction looks set to be in charge of the city’s Central Reserve sporting complex redevelopment, due for completion in April next year.
Timeframe needed for Bluewater users
COMMUNITY members are urging Colac Otway Shire Council to set a timeframe for fixing the problem-plagued Bluewater stadium floor to allow groups to plan for the future.