Articles by Lachlan Cowlishaw

  • Poker machine spending down

    MAYOR Frank Buchanan says community spending on poker machines remains a disappointing issue in Colac Otway Shire, despite a drop in annual pokies losses.

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  • Missing road names causes health worry

    EMERGENCY services including ambulance might not know about the existence of more than 100 Colac Otway Shire roads thanks to a planning oversight.

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  • $6-million upgrade for AKD Softwoods

    ONE of Colac’s largest employers is set to increase timber production, announcing a $6-million project at its Irrewarra mill.

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  • Group unveils astronomical creation

    A COLAC-based all-abilities drama group unveiled its latest play at a national disability conference.

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  • Gun club to appeal permit’s rejection

    FRUSTRATED Winchelsea Gun Club members will make a tribunal appeal after Surf Coast Shire Council refused permission to build new facilities.

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  • Rate cut gives buyers incentive to purchase

    A COLAC real estate agent says the Reserve Bank’s decision to cut interest rates to a record low presents an exciting opportunity for property buyers.

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  • Help for district to retain doctors

    COLAC’S hospital chief has welcomed changes to a government policy that he says will help retain doctors in Colac.

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  • Fair Work handles changes

    AUSTRALIAN Prime Minister Tony Abbott says potential changes to penalty rates are in the hands of the Fair Work Commission.

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