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Road safety funding boost
Colac and district will receive a boost for road safety initiatives reducing road trauma, thanks to State Government grants.
Street’s flood risks eased
Colac Otway Shire Council has cleared pipes near Colac’s Pell Court to reduce flooding and will also address flooding issues at the corner of Queen and Wilson streets.
Funds help kids with disabilities
Colac and district students with disabilities will receive additional support for learning at school, thanks to State Government funding.
Cash boost for rural festivals
Colac and district event organisers will see a funding boost after the State Government announced a new $1-million fund to support smaller-scale regional events and festivals.
COVID relief for sporting groups
Six Colac and district sports groups will each receive $2000 State Government grants to help deal with the impact of recent COVID-19 restrictions.
Letters to the editor
A call to protect classic weatherboard homes, and concerns about a resort in a wetland feature in today’s letters.
Fire plans are vital for state’s families
Victorian fire services are calling on families to take time out these school holidays to update their home fire escape plan.
NAIDOC Week ceremony
Djargurd Wurrung country was the setting for a flag-raising and smoking ceremony to mark the start of NAIDOC Week.