Articles by Rachel Simmonds
Vital help for native critters
An Otways biodiversity project has received $804,000 in State Government grants to improve species’ resilience and manage pest populations.
Art deco inspires glass artist
Birregurra’s Dominic O’Leary equips himself with a pencil, ruler, eraser and sheets of glass to create art-deco-inspired works.
Soil seminar proves success
More than 60 farmers flocked to Winchelsea to learn more about sustainable farm practices at a healthy soil workshop.
Progress with sale of high school site
Colac Otway Shire Council has officially secured the title for a two-hectare land parcel on a former school, with plans to transform it into a public open space.
Surf rescue contest for Lorne’s beach
More than 200 athletes will dive into icy waters at Lorne this weekend to compete for 2022 state champion titles.
Veterinarians urge farmers to test dead livestock
Authorities are urging farmers to have their dead livestock checked for anthrax with innovative testing kits.
Experts say vegie prices are tip of the iceberg
“I find it hard when conventional lettuce is double the price, but 90 per cent of the time organic is much higher than conventional – at this stage it’s the other way around.”
Albert grows his artistic flair
Trinity College Colac student Albert Scott says he started painting about four years ago when he was inspired by big-ticket movie franchises and their well-known characters.