Articles by Billy Higgins

  • Wet weather halts path construction

    Construction of the Twelve Apostles Trail has paused due to wet weather, with contractors to focus on surrounding infrastructure while the ground dries out.

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  • Mogul buys hotel

    Lorne Hotel has fetched an eye-watering $38 million in an off-market sale this week.

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  • Housing and roads on State Budget wishlist

    Colac’s State MP Richard Riordan is concerned that the Colac district could miss out on funding for key projects as the Victorian Government grapples with a rising debt bill.

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  • Watchdog steps in over internet gripe

    Two dedicated Colac volunteers will be back in action from today when they’re reconnected to internet at their Manifold Street home.

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  • Fears over new state tax

    Real estate industry figures say a planned State Government property tax hike will discourage housing development and hamstring efforts to fix Colac’s supply shortage.

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  • Ombudsman praises help during crisis

    A state watchdog has praised Colac Otway Shire Council for its lenient approach to rates collection.

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  • Cobden servo sign blocked

    The state planning umpire has upheld Corangamite Shire Council’s decision to block a permit for a floodlit promotional sign at a Cobden service station.

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  • Thousands of trout released

    More catchable fish are now in Lake Colac as part of a major State Government restocking plan.

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