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Government to phase out gas
The State Government’s new gas policy has been welcomed by environmental voices in the community, while others say it’s a wait-and-see situation.
Driver flees search, leaves calling card
An Apollo Bay man was so panicked when police went to search his car that he sped away from officers who were still holding his licence.
Record capital works
Measures providing temporary financial relief for drought-impacted farmers are a feature of Surf Coast Shire Council’s new budget.
Winter Festival will be in spring
The annual Otways Winter Festival is having a seasonal change with the festival set to now take place in Spring.
Council services close for training
Corangamite Shire Council is reminding residents that council services will be closed on Wednesday.
Herd switch breeds longevity
Coragulac’s McCarthy family say the process of switching from Friesians to Fleckvieh has paid off.
Farmer event grants open
Community groups across Victoria can now apply for grants up to $5000 to organise events that support farmer mental health, wellbeing and social connection in regional areas.
Fundraisers seeking input from farmers
Colac and district farmers are encouraged to get in touch with local fundraisers aiming to provide long-reaching support.