Articles by Alison Martin
Council ‘hiding’ from resident’s questions
A former Colac Otway Shire councillor says the council “effectively gave the community the two-finger salute” at a special meeting with an undisclosed agenda this week.
Speeder mayhem along ocean road
The Great Ocean Road at Skenes Creek is “the worst speeding blackspot” in rural Victoria and residents say governments must fund safety improvements.
MP demands answers on Bluewater delays
Colac’s unfinished Bluewater centre redevelopment has already cost ratepayers $3 million more than they expected, and community leaders are demanding answers.
$1M election pledge for city streetscape
Colac’s central shopping streetscape could receive a multi-million-dollar upgrade, with Corangamite MP Sarah Henderson committing almost $1 million towards a CBD beautification project if she is re-elected.
Traffic light petition ready for parliament
Colac’s Ruth Spokes has been overwhelmed by community support, with more than 2500 people signing her petition calling for traffic lights at a busy highway intersection.
CRISIS TALKS: Mayor calls urgent meeting to help dairy sector
COLAC OTWAY Shire’s mayor has called an urgent meeting of councillors today to start planning how a united approach can lessen the impact of the south-west dairy crisis.
CASH SPLASH: $25 million for Great Ocean Road
The Federal Government’s budget has boosted funding for two vital tourist routes, and residents are thrilled.
PASSING LANES: Budget win for district motorists
THE FEDERAL Government has committed $5 million to build passing lanes between Forrest and Apollo Bay as part of its $345 regional roads package.