Articles by Billy Higgins

  • Ska enthusiasts flock to Warrion

    The Colac district will host a nationally renowned music festival for its first event out of Melbourne.

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  • Wannon outlines wishlist

    Climate action, government transparency and treatment of refugees are local voters’ key concerns ahead of the next federal election, a local engagement group says.

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  • State insists Colac trains will arrive on time

    The State Government says Colac’s rail line is on track to receive its fifth weekday return service in late 2023 despite Opposition criticism about project timelines.

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  • Chamber promotes fresh faces to board

    Colac Chamber of Commerce has retained its president but will otherwise have a new-look leadership following its annual general meeting.

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  • Community input into Lorne plans

    Lorne residents have another chance to shape designs for the town’s Point Grey precinct redevelopment.

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  • $10M injection for local infrastructure

    Local councils will share in $10 million of Federal Government funding to deliver better roads and community buildings.

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  • Union plans Bulla strike

    Worker’s unions have taken industrial action against Bulla Dairy Foods as talks for a new pay deal remain deadlocked.

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  • Camping plan to address worker shortage

    Surf Coast Shire residents have had their say on a proposed local law change that would allow seasonal workers to camp in back yards during summer.

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