Articles by Naomi Newcombe

  • Unexpected extra costs for council

    A stormwater pipe replacement and a new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system in Colac Otway Shire Council’s office have received a $119,000 boost, after other projects in the region came under budget.

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  • Intoxicated man found asleep in school, blames medicine

    A man who was found asleep in a Colac primary school after mixing alcohol and surgery drugs must be on his best behaviour for the next year.

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  • New playground taking shape at Cororooke

    A new play space at Cororooke celebrating the history of the Red Rock region will open very soon with the finishing touches now underway.

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  • $400 fine for L plate driver

    A learner driver must pay a $400 fine after driving while suspended and not displaying her L plates.

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  • Federal boost for shire roads projects

    Local roads and community infrastructure in the Colac Otway, Corangamite and Surf Coast Shires will have an extra boost with from Federal Government funding.

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  • Bringing people together for Neighbourhood House Week

    Colac’s Neighbourhood House will celebrate Neighbourhood House Week with an afternoon tea tomorrow.

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  • Chemical clean-up complete

    The clean-up of a former fuel depot that was wafting chemical smells in Colac’s Wilson Street is now complete. 

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  • Higher rates the cost of rise in house prices

    An increase in property prices means that Colac Otway Shire households will likely pay higher rates for their residential, farming and commercial properties.

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