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BOUNDARY SHIFT: Apollo Bay, Winch and Lorne could move to Wannon
Apollo Bay, Lorne and Winchelsea will change federal electorates, while the Corangamite electorate will change its name to Tucker under Australian Electoral Commission plans.
Otways comedy filming to wrap
Colac filmmaker Lachlan Ryan expects to finish filming this month on his latest project that showcases the local district.
School renovation starts
“We have a really proud history but also a really bright future.”
Friend’s car impounded
Police impounded a car in central Colac after finding its driver was allegedly unlicensed.
Enchanting watercolour illustrations of nature
Elliminyt’s Gillian Bowen-Johnstone is taking inspiration from her collection of natural history books as she branches out from makeup artistry to nature illustration.
Call to change tax break to help Bay housing
Negative gearing is making it harder for locals and workers to secure housing at Apollo Bay, business leaders say.
Rural news in brief
The VFF state leadership is visiting Colac and district this week, meanwhile mixed conditions are impacting dairy, new fatality statistics put a focus on farm vehicles, and new inspectors have started work in the region.
Call to invest in Colac conservaton jobs
Colac could be well placed for conservation jobs investment, a new report says.