Articles by Hannah Toohey

  • Perfecting craft over four decades

    Forty years ago, Barongarook local Rob Wilmot couldn’t find a knife that was to his liking, so he set out to make one himself.

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  • Farmer and sales rep join the dairy board

    A South-west Victorian dairy farmer and a sales representative who grew up on a local farm have joined the WestVic Dairy board.

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  • Incentive for teaching degree

    Colac district community leaders are hopeful the introduction of free degrees will encourage more students to consider a teaching career.

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  • Awareness of ‘the little things’

    For Lyn Parrott, creating beautiful art pieces of flora and fauna stems from more than just a passion for nature.

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  • Fun activities for local kids

    Families took the chance to celebrate the Children’s Week event held at the Lake Colac foreshore on Thursday, with various activities to enjoy.

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  • Bike safety message for pupils

    Three Colac district primary schools have steered their way to safety at this year’s bike challenge day. 

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  • Cobden set to become a hit with RV campers

    Cobden is set to welcome more tourists and campers with the new label of an RV Friendly Town.

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  • Passion pays off for local artist

    Elliminyt artist Margaret Finn’s passion for knitting and other crafts has earned her first place in multiple competitions of the Victorian Agricultural Show.

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