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Affordable rental plan for council-owned estate
Developers interested in council-owned land in Colac’s Bruce Street would have to guarantee 15 per cent of the site for affordable rentals under a council proposal.
Funding boosts family violence services
Colac’s top health service has welcomed significant funding commitments for family violence support this month, and wants to see a fair share of cash flow for the region.
Beautiful Bay coast stirs Polish painter
The Otways coast has reignited a Polish expat’s passion for art, after the demands of fine arts training as a teen stifled her creativity.
LIVING THE DREAM: Michael finds his passion
Cororooke dairy farmer Michael Demasi has found his calling as a dairy farmer. The 17-year-old turned to milking shortly after leaving school and he hasn’t looked back.
Big hopes for new velodrome
The Colac Cycling Club is on track to attract new members to the club with a new purpose-built velodrome.
PUT IN A GRANNY FLAT: Council encourages landowners to build in back yards
More granny flats and bungalows could help with Colac’s housing crunch, and Colac Otway Shire Council will write to owners of vacant properties in a bid to speed up supply.
Push to declare housing crisis
Lorne councillor Gary Allen will push Surf Coast Shire Council to declare a key-worker accommodation crisis as local businesses battle to fill staff vacancies.
Palliative care in the spotlight
A Colac community-owned hospice is using National Palliative Care Week to connect with the community about understanding palliative care.