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Canker hits historic tree
Cypress canker is affecting one of the biggest and oldest trees in the Colac Botanic Gardens.
Tribute to pioneering scientist
Dr Isabel ‘Joy’ Bear was a pioneering and persevering force in Australian science, who helped pave the way for future female scientists during her eight-decade association with the CSIRO.
COVID jab blitz as hospital gets 300 doses
Colac Area Health will use Colac Neighbourhood House as a short-term vaccination hub today and Friday.
Vaccinations progressing
The rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine has seen more than 1300 people in Colac and district receive a vaccine in the past six weeks.
ALC seeks clarity on vaccine rollout
Colac’s Australian Lamb Company has paused its employee vaccination rollout after the Federal Government changed advice about the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Travel agent say funding falls short
A Federal Government fund for travel providers has missed the mark for local businesses struggling with ongoing travel restrictions and the end of wage support.
District lashed by blustery weather
Blustery weather has lashed the Colac district and Otways coast, just in time for Colac district football and netball to resume.
Colac blood donor shares gift of life
Colac’s Geoff Audsley says donating blood feels like giving the gift of life.