Articles by David McKenzie

  • Winter burns start in Otways heath

    Forest Fire Management Victoria has ignited burnoffs near Carlisle River and Gellibrand this week as it starts its winter burns program.

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  • Colac train services set to resume after upgrade

    Train services will resume on Colac’s train line in coming days, with the completion of an upgrade to the Waurn Ponds Station.

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  • Electric blanket warning

    Authorities have warned people to check their electric blankets before using them this winter.

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  • Animal census for pet owners

    Victorian pet owners will fill out a Pet Census next year so the State Government can gather information on pet numbers and the attitudes of pet owners.

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  • Rural Scene news in brief

    Sheep genetics, horse traceability and a pig virus feature in this week’s Rural Scene.

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  • Rural mental health assistance

    Two south-west Victorian research projects will benefit mental health in farming communities.

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  • Port Campbell tender opening

    Building companies can apply to be part of a $17-million revamp of Port Campbell, with Corangamite Shire Council making a second attempt to tender out the project.

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  • Fossil fuel industry gives environment award to gas miner

    The petroleum industry has presented an environmental award to a gas mining company with interests in the Otway Basin.

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