Articles by Lachlan Cowlishaw
Neighbours fight new quarry plans
LANDOWNERS near a proposed quarry north of Birregurra are preparing to take a stand against the development after authorities rejected a similar project three years ago.
Council abandons path plans
LANDOWNERS have celebrated a Colac Otway Shire Council decision to abandon plans for a development overlay at Elliminyt.
Councillors to vote on land acquisition
COLAC residents hope Colac Otway Shire councillors will today discard plans for pedestrian links on three Elliminyt development zones.
Worker upbeat despite toe amputation
COLAC’S Dan Casey is adjusting to life without two toes on his right foot after machinery at work crushed the foot.
Premier honours tireless Colac volunteer
MORE THAN 40 years of service and dedication to a “great organisation” has helped Colac Rotarian Bill Chivers win a premier’s volunteer award.
Business owners and employees join celebration
A “BROAD spectrum” of Colac and district businesses and employees will vie for regional awards this weekend.
Colac jobs boosted after cash injection
A $22-MILLION expansion and export program at Australian Lamb Company Colac is set to create up to 200 jobs over the next three years.
Endurance lifts cancer appeal
COLAC distance runner John Timms will continue his quest to raise money for cancer patient care in Colac after competing in a six-day ultra marathon.