Articles by Naomi Newcombe
New reserve facilities
Families will soon be able to enjoy sausage sizzles at Elliminyt’s Wyuna Estate Reserve, with construction set to begin on a new shelter and barbecue in just two weeks.
Call to end abuse against RSPCA inspectors
RSPCA Victoria is calling for an end to the verbal and physical abuse that staff who investigate animal cruelty cases across the state face on a daily basis.
Councillors approve five houses
Colac Otway Shire’s councillors have granted permits for new homes to be built at Apollo Bay, Birregurra, Irrewillipe East, Murroon and Wongarra, with their new delegation powers.
Independent secures top position on draw
Independent candidate Alex Dyson has secured the number one spot on Wannon’s federal election ballot paper.
Court upgrade gets Coalition commitment
Wannon MP Dan Tehan has committed almost half a million dollars to upgrade Timboon’s multi-purpose courts if a Coalition government is elected at the federal election.
Jiwan dairy destined for city
A chance trip through Colac has seen a dairy business boom three years into operations, with plenty of plans to grow and explore further opportunities.
Colac playground revitalisation starting soon
Children in Colac’s west will soon be able to enjoy new play equipment, with a revitalisation of the Donaldson Street Reserve starting after Easter.
Dry times worse than tariffs
Cressy sheep and crop farmer Alex Horne says drought and other domestic issues are more pressing than US imposed tariffs.