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No 5G for Colac
Telstra says it has begun planning for a 5G mobile communication rollout for Colac but won’t provide a timeline for when the coverage would reach the city.
Fire crews to monitor distancing
Forest Fire Management Victoria will patrol the Otways over the coming days to ensure campers and visitors are following COVID-safe guidelines.
Community grants will be expanded
Surf Coast Shire Council has expanded its community event funding program to kickstart the region’s cultural revival following a pandemic-affected 2020.
Lake’s water quality faces more scrutiny
Keeping livestock away from Lake Colac’s banks and reversing sediment build-up would improve the lake’s water quality, a sailor and wetland scientist say.
New director joins coastal health organisation
Great Ocean Road Health will welcome a new corporate services director and chief procurement officer, appointing Jon Laughlin to the role.
Shire ready to honour exemplary contribution
Corangamite Shire Council has named the nominees for its Australia Day awards, recognising them for their contributions to the community.
Cancer testing van to visit
Colac and district women will have free access to BreastScreen’s mobile van for six weeks from next month.
Upgrades for camping sites
An upgraded Otways campground has opened and more park upgrades are on the way as part of a State Government program to boost camping and caravanning.