News
Fire controls still in force across shire
Fire restrictions will remain in force in the Colac district until decent autumn rains arrive, a leading firefighter says.
Land kept in reserve amid housing shortage
There is residential land that is good to go in Colac, with Colac Otway Shire Council pushing development as one of its big targets.
ALC begins COVID jabs
Colac meat processor Australian Lamb Company has begun its COVID-19 vaccination program, with more than 50 workers already receiving a jab.
LPG pump closures frustrate motorists
The Colac district has lost one of its last LPG pumps, with the city’s BP station no longer supplying the fuel.
Outage spread across region
Thousands of Colac and district residents were briefly without power on the weekend after parts of trees fell on powerlines during blustery weather.
Strong interest continues at cattle markets
Colac’s latest store cattle sale and special dairy sale were successful sales with strong local interest.
Rural news in brief
Fodder demand is growing as the national herd continues to build but people should be cautious pricing. Plus news on farm safety rebates, and recruiting seasonal workers.
REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
This gorgeous cottage-style home at 52 Pollack Street, Colac, nestles among mature gardens on a comfortable 588-square-metre allotment close to the botanic gardens and Lake Colac.