Articles by: David McKenzie
Rural Scene news in brief
Farmers taking up free sign offer; Downward pressure on milk prices; Lamb processing surges 7.7 per cent; and An audit for fodder research.
Camper stolen as victims slept inside near Lorne
A woman was dragged along the Great Ocean Road after the theft of a camper trailer she was sleeping in near Lorne, while a male victim was trapped inside the vehicle.
FOODBANK SAVED: Donations ensure families can access vital service
Thousands of dollars of cash donations have saved a Colac foodbank from imminent closure, just as demand for food help soars amid a cost-of-living crisis.
Big toilet decision for council
An LGBTQIA+ support group has pleaded with Colac Otway Shire Council to cancel a “dead-letter law” that restricts public toilet use on the basis of gender.
State MP tours Colac’s new netball facilities
A state MP has toured newly resurfaced netball courts at Colac’s Eastern Reserve, saying they’ll boost the sport in Colac.
CAREERS: Supportive work systems at Colac meat processor
Level-five meat processor Nicole Spokes enjoys the flexibility and support she receives as an employee at Australian Lamb Company Minerva Foods.
CAREERS: An exciting challenge for skilled professional
Working in IT is more than just computers and passwords for Australian Lamb Company’s Peter Phillips.
CAREERS: Building leadership and industry skills
Dave Calder says ALC has shaped his career for the better, giving him a lifetime of opportunities to develop his skills and move up the ladder.
PHOTO FEATURE: Alvie versus Lorne junior football and netball
The Colac Herald’s photographer Joel King stopped by the junior netball and football between Alvie and Lorne at the weekend.
Toilet change sparks debate and petition against new gender rule
Objections have flooded in to Colac Otway Shire Council over a plan to remove a penalty for people entering toilets of changerooms set aside for another gender.
Crackdown on concrete stormwater pollution
Environment inspectors are in south-west Victoria this week inspecting concrete businesses to ensure they are preventing hazards to waterways.
Four-wheel carriage boosts riding group
A wheelchair-accessible four-wheel carriage has opened up opportunities for people with disabilities at Riding for the Disabled Colac this year.
Port Campbell project underway
Work will start this month on a multi-million-dollar facelift of central Port Campbell.
Important discussions about death and dying
Death was no taboo topic at a recent Colac event.
Exciting launch of new art space
Crowds have turned out for an evening of creativity for the launch of Colac Makers’ Space’s new facility at Colac Showgrounds.
Virtual fencing gains momentum
Momentum is growing for a national animal welfare code that could pave the way for virtual fencing across Australian farming businesses.
Rural Scene news in brief
Providing hands on help for pigs Agriculture Victoria animal health and welfare staff are providing hands-on help to pig owners to develop an on-farm biosecurity plan. Effective biosecurity plans are a key to reducing risks to pig health, including emergency animal diseases such as foot-and-mouth disease and African swine fever. Agriculture Victoria staff will also […]
Trains dodge cars
V-Line trains have been involved in almost 60 near-hit incidents in the past year, prompting a call for motorists to be more vigilant for trains.
Police investigating fatal house fire at Apollo Bay
A man has died in a house fire at Apollo Bay overnight.
Weapons search in Colac
A Colac property has been involved in a series of weapons raids across Victoria and Western Australia, as the Australian Border Force cracks down on illegal trip alarms.
Brigade book sale is back Sunday
Bookworms and bird fanciers are in for a treat at Colac Showgrounds on Sunday.
Bus replaces trains for local commuters
Coaches will replace trains on the Geelong and Warrnambool lines between Geelong and Warrnambool from Saturday until Tuesday.
Decking out in denim lands vital donations
An annual Colac Jeans for Genes Day fundraiser has raised $5100 for the health research charity.
Colac artists thrilled with big new space
Colac artists are thrilled to have a big new space where they can make a mess.
