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Otways rubbish piles frustrate bush users
Fed up Otways residents have called for rubbish dumpers to clean up their act, with the region’s walking trails being treated as tips.
Suspended teacher on sex assault charge
A teacher will face court on six sexual assault charges stemming from an incident in Colac in 2010.
New x-ray machine enhances hospital service
Lorne Community Hospital has welcomed the arrival of a state-of-the art x-ray machine.
Pilot to tackle home shortage
Timboon and Simpson will feature in a State Government pilot program that addresses critical housing shortages in regional communities.
Business booms for young farming entrepreneur
Werneth’s Chloe Mitchell is continuing her family’s contribution to the sheep industry, starting her own business at just 21.
Tiny treasures hiding in region
Colac and district residents can be on the lookout with a community treasure hunt underway, in the form of painted rocks.
No decision yet on fallen bridge
There’s no timeline for a replacement bridge over a Chapple Vale river after the original crossing collapsed under a tipper truck last month.
Business insights at chamber event
An upcoming Colac Chamber of Commerce event will aim to provide regional economic insights and tax and financial planning opportunities to help small and medium businesses start strong this financial year.