News

  • Youths’ views wanted in council census

    Surf Coast Shire Council has launched its youth census, to improve its understanding of the challenges facing the region’s young people.

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  • High cattle prices to continue

    Cattle prices remain at historic highs despite winter weather reducing numbers at recent sales, and a Colac agent says higher prices could be on the way.

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  • Experts explain need for burns

    An Otway forest scientist and fire management experts say fuel reduction burns are vital, and have acted to stamp out common misconceptions.

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  • From world travel to suburban views

    A Colac-raised photographer has travelled the world and is now finding a way to connect with her community during a COVID lockdown.

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  • Alpacas an ideal companion

    An enthusiastic couple in the Otway ranges specialise in breeding lustrous, friendly alpacas, and 60 are up for grabs.

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  • Care needed for moving bobby calves

    Colac and district farmers and livestock workers transporting bobby calves should take care and comply with welfare regulations.

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  • Pugging plaguing paddocks

    Colac and district cattle farmers could be bogged down with recent rain causing wet and muddied paddocks.

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  • Rural Scene news

    Advice for moving bobby calves, a bee pest eradicated, a threat from imported seeds, and VFF issues feature in today’s Rural Scene.

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