Articles by Zara Cuthbertson

  • Groups respond to review

    Colac’s fire brigade would like to retain its training track on the Lake Colac foreshore and Friends of the Colac Botanic Gardens want to retain and create heritage in the iconic Colac precinct.

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  • Monthly sale boosts industry

    Colac’s monthly store sale which yarded more than 1000 cattle has given the local livestock industry hope, but the industry is remaining wary of future trends and weather conditions.

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  • Billy finds his calling upon return to farm

    From Telstra to the family dairy farm. Despite the difference, Jancourt East’s Billy Buckingham says there’s a lot of skills that overlap between the two industries.

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  • Warrion Flower Show stands the test of time

    Boasting 123 years of history, the Warrion Flower Show has stood the test of time with no sign of slowing, with the 111th show just around the corner.

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  • District’s gem enthusiasts ready to shine

    Colac Gem Club secretary Russell Adams says chatting and socialising with mates is the shining jewel of being involved with the club.

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  • Two-day show for orchid lovers

    The Colac Orchid Club is back with its 33rd annual show, featuring an array of beautiful blooms, stalls, demonstrations and more.

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  • Successful milk season is thanks to farmers’ efforts

    Record profits for the region’s dairy farmers are positive, but largely thanks to a favourable few years in the industry, WestVic Dairy board member Jacqui Suares says.

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  • Vacant house tax raises concern

    Victorian Farmers Federation has voiced concerns over a recent government announcement to extend the vacancy tax to houses in regional Victoria that have been vacant for more than six months.

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