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Ocean Road promotion during tennis tourney
The Great Ocean Road region will receive a free plug to a global audience when its name adorns a lead-in tournament to this year’s Australian Open tennis tournament.
Man treated for snake bite
Geelong University Hospital has discharged a man after he was bitten by a snake on Sunday.
Platypuses facing uncertain future
An Upper Barwon Landcare Network project manager says State Government funding to restore platypus habitat sites and boost the species’ numbers is only a drop in the ocean.
Families enjoy beach fun day at the Bay
Apollo Bay lifesaving members have gathered for a beach fun day in the absence of big competitions so far this summer.
Don’t let scams suck you in
Colac police say anyone who is concerned they have been targeted by scammers should report the incidents to police and seek advice, after a Colac resident expressed their concerns about scam calls.
Health struggle for rural areas
Rural food retailers want to improve a lack of healthy food options and nutrition information at their cafes and restaurants but aren’t sure how to, a Colac district researcher says.
New power towers after Cressy storm
The construction of new transmission towers at Cressy is complete after a storm destroyed six towers last year.
Treefall concern deters driver
Safety concerns about trees hanging over the Winchelsea-Deans Marsh Road have prompted one motorist to stop using the road for fear of falling branches.