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Jobseeker rate rise criticised
The Federal Government will increase its base Jobseeker rate from April, but unemployed Australians will lose $100 a fortnight when COVID-19 supplements end next month.
Letters to the editor
Readers share their thoughts on wildlife deaths on roads and COVID quarantine.
New chapter set to begin for library services
Access to more books and children’s programs is on the way as Colac Otway Shire Council prepares to transfer its libraries to the Geelong Regional Library Corporation.
Funding boost for road to Ballarat
Regular travellers between Colac and Ballarat will benefit from a $1.89-million road upgrade.
Main street congestion talks
Concerned residents have met with roads authorities to discuss concerns with rising congestion in Colac’s Murray Street near the new 7-Eleven petrol station.
Apollo Bay earns top marks
Apollo Bay has claimed the crown of the best holiday destination in Victoria and is on the podium for Australia in travel website Wotif’s yearly awards.
Fourth blaze at property
Authorities are investigating a fourth fire at a Colac district property in eight days, this time inside a house.
Vaccination rollout starts
Barwon Health will schedule Colac’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout as more stock becomes available, as vaccinations continue across the country.