Articles by Hannah Toohey
Dyson commits to unsafe road funds
Independent candidate for Wannon Alex Dyson has announced a new policy that aims to lock in increased funding for unsafe regional roads.
More policies as election campaign ramps up
The countdown is on for the federal election, with political parties and candidates continuing to announce new policies ahead of the big date on May 3.
Prices rise, demand remains
As national house prices climb in recent months, demand is remaining strong in Colac with increasing interest from developers.
Federal focus: Expert watches Wannon seat
The race for Wannon’s seat is the tightest in generations this federal election, with Deakin University political lecturer and district resident Geoffrey Robinson calling Colac a “crucial” battleground.
Fireys learn key life-saving skills
Colac Fire Brigade members have teamed up with paramedics as part of new Fire Medical Response training, which will see them play a local role in saving lives.
Otways deer control continues
Parks Victoria is continuing its deer control program in the Otways, and is also opportunistically targeting other invasive species.
Management advice for livestock attacks
Sheep deaths in the Cressy district have prompted a warning from Agriculture Victoria about the risk that foxes and stray dogs pose to livestock.
Crews respond to crashes
Two car crashes have occurred on Colac district roads this week, including one fatality.
