News
Traveller stuck in Queensland as rules change
A Cobden resident is stuck on an extended holiday in Brisbane after Victoria closed its borders to Queensland, and he is unsure when he can return
home.
VicRoads clears its backlog for testing
VicRoads has cleared a months-long driver test backlog at its Colac facility.
Construction boom across Colac Otway
Building approvals in Colac Otway Shire are on track for a record 12 months, with scores of projects already having received the green light.
Sheepdog competition returns to Deans Marsh
Organisers have confirmed the popular Deans Marsh Dog Trials will go ahead later this month, beginning from January 22.
Letters to the editor
Readers share their views on leaving unwanted furniture on nature strips, Colac’s city entrances, Aboriginal place names and Victoria’s COVID permits for border crossings.
Community helps paint water tank murals
Families are helping to paint colourful murals onto water tanks at Lavers Hill as part of a community art project.
Traffic disruptions for popular district back road
Construction crews will close lanes on Cape Otway Road from next week for resurfacing and widening works.
Fire safety reminder as temperatures climb
The CFA is urging south-west travellers and communities not to become complacent around fire, as the region experiences an increased tourist population and temperatures rise today.