Articles by David McKenzie

  • $3-billion business boost from State Government

    The State Government yesterday announced $3 billion in cash grants, tax relief and cashflow support for businesses during the ongoing pandemic.

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  • Text sent early

    Barwon Health has apologised after accidentally text messaging 28 Colac people a half a day early telling them they could leave isolation.

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  • Fire guts former Beeac shops

    A fire has gutted historic former shops in the centre of Beeac.

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  • Big drop in cattle yarding size

    Cattle numbers fell by about two thirds at Colac’s weekly sale, demand was weak and quality was mixed.

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  • News in brief

    News on protecting vital sand dunes, and counselling support for teens.

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  • Airfield theft

    Police are investigating break-ins at Cobden’s airfield and neighbouring go-kart track on the same night.

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  • Toxic weeds pose threat to livestock

    The poisonous introduced weed Cape tulip is a serious problem for farmers and gardeners in parts of Surf Coast Shire.

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  • Rural news in brief

    News about protecting remnant habitat on farms, a training opportunity for new dairy employees, council elections, and technology grants for farms.

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