Articles by David McKenzie

  • COVID-19 testing blitz to target Colac area

    The Colac Otway and Surf Coast shires will be focus areas for a stepped-up coronavirus testing campaign.

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  • State to reduce virus controls

    Restaurants, pubs, clubs and libraries will be able to welcome up to 50 patrons at a time when coronavirus restrictions ease next Monday.

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  • Group to restore century-old memorial

    Alvie’s 100-year-old war memorial on top of Red Rock will have a rest-oration thanks to a local volunteer group and a Federal Government grant.

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  • Colac cows attract strong rates at sale

    Cow prices surged up to 20 cents a kilo at Colac’s weekly cattle market amid strong competition for cows and the few better-quality young cattle.

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  • Last chance for play say

    Colac and district residents have until Monday to comment on plans for an upgrade and expansion of the playground in Colac’s Memorial Square.

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  • Aldi extension plans approved

    Aldi’s plan to expand its Colac supermarket has the green light from Colac Otway Shire Council, despite one councillor’s concerns about losing car parks.

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  • Council to vote on Great Ocean Road closure rules

    Civic leaders will vote this month on updated guidelines for events that close the Great Ocean Road.

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  • Coverage boost benefits coast

    A coastal tourism leader has welcomed a new mobile phone tower that aims to boost coverage at Kennett River on the Great Ocean Road.

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