Articles by Rachel Simmonds

  • Interstate interest in dog trials

    Deans Marsh’s annual dog trials event were “just perfect” after a record-breaking crowd, interstate competitors and ideal weather made a great combination.

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  • Shake-up for shire wards

    Both Surf Coast and Corangamite Shire councils are facing shake-ups of their electoral systems, with the Victorian Electoral Commission starting a review of the shires on Wednesday.

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  • Interim measures to keep Colac attraction open

    Lake Colac’s caravan park has a new temporary tenant and a new name, after Colac Otway Shire Council reached an interim lease agreement.

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  • From Blue Church to Outback rally

    Pirron Yallock’s Pastafarian Pirates are already preparing to travel thousands of kilometres and raise thousands for the Cancer Council.

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  • Top talent ready for dog trials

    Preparations are in full swing for the Cressy Dog Trial, with competitors travelling from across Australia to have a go.

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  • Weekly sale follows low trend

    More than 600 head of cattle went under the hammer at Colac Regional Saleyards’ weekly fat sale.

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  • Werneth lambs show quality

    Top-grade genetics and a dedicated team ensures that Werneth’s Gemini Prime Lamb produces high-performance ram lambs ready for producers to join the action.

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  • Biosecurity assistance for pig owners

    State authorities are helping pig owners develop on-farm biosecurity plans to combat disease spread.

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