Articles by David McKenzie

  • Burnt car near burnout marks

    Cobden police are appealing for witnesses after the discovery of a car burnt beyond recognition on a road south of the town.

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  • No takers to join new Australia Day committee

    Interest in Australia Day celebrations in Colac Otway Shire seems to have evaporated.

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  • Beeac desperate for better mobile reception

    Beeac residents say “hit-and-miss” mobile phone coverage is holding the community back, as they rally for improved mobile reception.

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  • Council approves moves to buy former high school land

    Colac Otway Shire Council has approved plans to buy part of the former Colac High School, but it could take years to develop the land.

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  • Harbour viability assessed

    Civic leaders are optimistic they’re making progress on a revamp of Apollo Bay’s harbour, after more than a decade in development limbo.

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  • Otway wins thrilling final

    A goal in the final seconds of the semi-final has secured Otway Districts’ netballers their first A Grade finals win in 15 years.

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  • Brian Crook wins council election count-back

    Colac’s Brian Crook will re-join Colac Otway Shire Council after being the successful candidate in a vote count-back.

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  • Intersection upgrade on VicRoads’ agenda

    VicRoads is considering further improvements to the notorious “blue church” intersection, and will share its plans for the crash black spot later this year.

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