Articles by Rachel Simmonds

  • Take simple measures to prevent farm crime

    Farm and crime authorities are urging Colac district farmers to take measures to decrease the risk of farm crime and livestock theft.

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  • A glimpse of history during dress-up day

    Sacred Heart Primary School students have celebrated 200 years of Catholic education in Australia with a week of festivities.

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  • Volunteer managers receive thank-yous

    Yeodene Public Hall, Cobden Golf Reserve, and Princetown Recreation Reserve received praise during Volunteers Week for their management efforts.

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  • Ready to pound pavement

    Residents of Elliminyt’s Tulloh Street can get to school more safely after the completion of a new footpath.

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  • Big hopes for new velodrome

    The Colac Cycling Club is on track to attract new members to the club with a new purpose-built velodrome.

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  • Palliative care in the spotlight

    A Colac community-owned hospice is using National Palliative Care Week to connect with the community about understanding palliative care.

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  • Handy compost tips for eco-conscious farmers

    Farmers could boost their on-farm composting through using the windrow method, which allows for easier turning of material and watering to maintain temperatures.

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  • Warning on rare duck as hunt season starts

    Lake Colac is home to Australia’s rarest duck species, causing the wetland to be on the watchlist this duck hunting season, which starts on Wednesday.

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