Articles by David McKenzie
Call to register burns
A fire false alarm has prompted a Colac district brigade to urge people to register their burnoffs.
Support for nature strip vegie patch
A Winchelsea vegetable stall that almost fell foul of the council’s nature strip policy has gained the backing of councillors.
Bat nudging draws protestors
A small group of passionate animal welfare activists has gathered to oppose a flying fox “nudging” program in Colac Botanic Gardens.
Crackdown on anti-logging protestors
New state laws will crack down on protestors engaging in dangerous activity in timber harvesting areas.
Roads and building maintenance plan on show
Corangamite Shire residents can submit their feedback on how their council manages its assets for the next 11 years.
Rural Scene news in brief
An irrigation channel drowning warning, Landcare award nominations, MLA news, and a goat industry update feature in today’s Rural Scene.
Scheme opens for comment
Victorians can comment on the State Government’s plans for a container deposit recycling scheme.
Community garden for church
A new community garden will liven up disused land next to Colac Uniting Church while promoting a healthy lifestyle and improving food security.