News
Call to join generational study
Colac-born babies and their parents will have the chance to join a “once-in-a-generation” research project aimed at improving child and adult health and wellbeing.
Manure red tape eased
Dairy farmers will be able to continue their traditional use of manure and effluent on farms, with the EPA revising a determination to classify manure as industrial waste.
Weekend news in brief
A crash on a district road after a landowner raises concerns; a caravan comes loose on the highway; and funding for district school repairs.
Council seeking interest for land near former tip
Colac Otway Shire Council is looking to sell council-owned land in Colac’s Bruce Street.
District residents take up bowel screen offer
More Colac and district residents than ever are participating in lifesaving bowel cancer screening.
Samoan solution for ALC: Colac lamb processor tackles staff shortage
Forty new workers from Samoa will arrive in Colac next month to help replenish the workforce of one of the city’s biggest manufacturers.
Corangamite surveys pet owners
Corangamite Shire Council is surveying pet owners about issues related to their furry friends.
Agents expect 500 head at sale
Colac Regional Saleyards will have 500 high-quality cattle under the hammer at Friday’s monthly store cattle sale.