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Monitor fireplaces to reduce excess smoke
As the cold sets in for Colac and district residents, the Environment Protection Authority has released tips for those looking to stay warm by the fireplace.
Study connects mass with risk of dementia
A new study has found a key link to dementia risk in older individuals.
Call for farmers to dig in to new soil project
Agriculture Victoria is encouraging Colac and district farmers to donate soil samples as part of a National Soil Action Plan research project.
Traceability crucial for eradicating disease
Agriculture Victoria has issued a reminder that the whereabouts of livestock travelling in and out of the state need to be known during an emergency.
Welfare reports taken seriously
Agriculture Victoria says it takes all animal cruelty complaints seriously and investigates them as appropriate.
Cold snap having big impact
The colder-than-usual season and limited rainfall are having a marked impact on growing feed an agronomist says, while tougher conditions are having an impact on community meet-ups.
Camperdown lands breeding research boost
An international livestock breeding tech firm is focusing its Australian launch from Camperdown.
District bank branches confirmed to remain
Colac and district will be unaffected by regional bank branch closures.