Articles by Naomi Newcombe

  • Family comes first for Annelie

    Barwon Downs resident Dr Annelie de Villiers will no longer seek a councillor position at the Colac Otway Shire Council election in October.

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  • Boost for potential Colac dog park

    A dog park for Colac’s furry friends could be back on the agenda with the State Government offering $5 million in funding to local councils to build and renew dog parks across the state.

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  • Council supports breastfeeding rights

    Colac Otway Shire Council is showing its support for the rights of breastfeeding women by registering key council-owned facilities as ‘Breastfeeding is Welcome Everywhere’ venues.

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  • Birre bird farm approved

    Colac Otway Shire Council has given the tick of approval to a 1.6-million-bird broiler farm on Birregurra’s Mooleric Road, saying it will provide an economic boost to the shire.

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  • Cobden group calls for input

    Community organisation Progressing Cobden is reviewing its purpose and operations and wants to hear what local residents and community groups think.

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  • Former mayor ready to return

    A former Colac Otway Shire councillor will seek a position on the council this year, saying he owes it to the community to return.

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  • Call for interest from lake lovers

    Do you love Lake Colac and want to provide advice on issues relating to the management of the lake?

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  • Dignity Drive donation plea

    With the cost-of-living continuing to rise, Colac and district residents are encouraged to donate period products for the August Share the Dignity Drive.

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