Articles by Billy Higgins

  • Ring of steel to lift, Melbourne tourists set to return from Nov 9

    Border controls surrounding metropolitan Melbourne will lift from November 9, paving the way for city tourists to return to the Otways

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  • Cook up a storm to launch exhibition

    One of Colac’s favourite art exhibitions has drawn up innovative ways of engaging the community amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • State scraps extra dining permits

    Colac Otway Shire Council has welcomed the State Government’s decision to waive its permit requirements for outdoor dining.

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  • Have your say on falls upgrade

    The Otways community can have its say on designs for updated facilities at a popular natural landmark.

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  • Investment needed for job security

    The Great Ocean Road’s tourism body says the region needs further government infrastructure investment to soften a forecasted blow of thousands of job losses in the coming months.

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  • VR driver’s licence test idea

    Researchers have suggested virtual reality driving simulators for international tourists to obtain a secondary license could become a feature of Australian airports.

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  • Apollo Bay pool reopens for schoolkids

    The local community’s campaigning, dedication and fundraising has made a splash at Apollo Bay, with the town’s new indoor pool opening today.

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  • Mentoring high on chamber president’s agenda

    Preparing the next generation of Colac business leaders is front of mind for new commerce chamber president Alex McKenzie.

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