Articles by Naomi Newcombe

  • Bail laws will change balance

    Colac and district lawyer Tim Hancock says it’s hard to strike a balance between low-level and high-harm offenders with the introduction of new tougher bail laws.

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  • Feedback sought on reduced rates

    Colac Otway Shire Council is calling on community members to give feedback on a proposed draft revenue and rating plan that includes a 10-per-cent reduction of the farming differential.

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  • Anzac Day to feature main street march

    A march commemorating Colac and district servicepeople will return to Colac’s main street this Anzac Day.

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  • State will fund Colac dog park

    Colac’s playful pooches will soon be able to enjoy the free feeling of wind in their fur with the State Government allocating funding for an off-leash dog park in the city.

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  • Beef farmers eyeing impact of Trump’s tariffs

    Colac farmers say the local beef industry will weather the impact of American-imposed tariffs.

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  • Operator shares visitor vision

    “If we unearth all the history and positive things about Colac for our local people, it’ll end up transferring into the mindsets of our visitors as well.”

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  • Council to chip in for Bay reserve

    A $200,000 Colac Otway Shire Council contribution will assist an upgrade of Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve, if the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is successful in getting a Federal Government grant.

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  • Young artists called to create

    Colac Otway youths can unleash their inner artist at three exciting workshops these school holidays.

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