Articles by David McKenzie
Rural Scene rundown
Farm safety, dog deaths, animal cruelty and game licences feature in this week’s Rural Scene.
Call for flood upgrade to Forrest road
Polwarth MP Richard Riordan has called for urgent action to prevent flooding from causing closures of the Birregurra-Forrest Road.
Dam that’s an amazing sight
Forrest’s West Barwon Reservoir is overflowing for the first time in seven years, with minor flooding causing the closure of a nearby road.
PICTURE FEATURE: Support locals in lockdown
Colac food businesses are continuing to offer their essential services during Victoria’s current COVID-19 lockdown.
Surf Coast trail cancelled
One of the Great Ocean Road region’s main annual arts events won’t go ahead this year.
Elders’ Voice group to listen to advice
An interim Elders’ Voice group will consult with Aboriginal Elders across Victoria to gain their advice, wisdom and oversight during the establishment of the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria.
Pet deaths linked to dodgy dog food
Dog owners who have unwell dogs who ate fresh or frozen raw pet food bought between May 31 and July 3 should contact their veterinarian immediately.
Mountain bike trail upgrade is taking shape
Work is rolling ahead on an upgrade of Forrest’s mountain bike tail network.