Articles by David McKenzie
Phone fines from cams
Victoria’s new road safety cameras are now issuing fines for seatbelt and mobile phone offences.
School zones return today
Motorists should be aware that school speed zones are back in force from this morning.
Census for Victorian pets
Pet owners can respond to Australia’s first Pet Census to help shape the future of animal welfare and support services.
Disaster planning keeping disability in mind
Disaster and emergency planning will be able to take into account the needs of people with disabilities, thanks to a new Colac district program.
Rural Scene news in brief
A close look at farm crime, Melbourne Show entries opening, and a summary of flood grant payments.
New toilets get closer
Plans for a new $1.4-million toilet block in Colac’s Memorial Square are progressing, with Colac Otway Shire Council currently seeking tenders from builders.
Cat curfew included in local law changes
A cat curfew, controls on burning rubbish, and a potential easing of rules banning alcohol consumption on council land feature in a host of proposed changes to Colac Otway Shire’s local laws.
Colac waste project claims national award
A Colac project turning waste into energy has helped win a national award.