News
Business uncertainty grows with restriction extension
Colac and district businesses are reeling after the State Government’s restrictions roadmap failed to offer clarity about their short-term futures.
New fruit netting rules aim to protect wildlife
Colac and district gardeners will need to comply with tougher regulations for putting nets on fruit trees, with new laws coming into effect this week.
Letters to the editor
Colac Otway’s refusal to join a climate alliance, and the plight of Afghan refugees feature in today’s letters.
Corangamite seeks views on future services
Corangamite Shire residents can help shape their council’s key service strategies.
Big reading effort for special cause
Colac and district’s enthusiastic readers had a successful month raising money and awareness for multiple sclerosis.
Restrictions remain until next week
Premier Daniel Andrews says he expects Colac and district’s lockdown to end next week, timeframes and specific rules of new restrictions remain unclear.
Call to free Colac from lockdown
Colac’s state MP Richard Riordan has demanded Colac and district be freed from lockdown, as the State Government prepares a roadmap out of COVID restrictions.
Rental firm urges caution
A holiday rental provider has rebuked a community suggestion to offer discounted rates for landlords who offer their homes up as long-term rentals, as Colac Otway Shire Council considers long-term fixes to a key worker housing crisis.