News
Tough season for shearers after summer rain
Fairview Polwarths’ Greg Potter hopes to wrap up the shearing this week after rain made for a difficult season.
Trains to slow down during today’s heat
South-west Victorian trains will slow down today to improve safety amid forecast hot weather.
Rural news in brief
A new chief for the VFF, and a warning on safely transporting livestock.
REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Comfort, security and a peaceful location are on offer at the family home at 6 West Street, Colac.
New engineering audit for district fire tower
Engineers will assess the Mount Gellibrand fire tower next week to determine whether additional works to the cabin are possible, as remedial works to improve the tower’s safety continue.
No jail for $98k theft from ex
A Colac woman who pleaded guilty to taking almost $100,000 from her ex-partner’s account has avoided jail.
Mixed signals for Birregurra tower
A new mobile phone tower at Birregurra is getting a mixed reception from locals, with some residents praising the improved coverage but others failing to notice a difference.
Accessible route to the beach
People will have better access to Lorne’s beach thanks to a floating beach wheelchair, portable hoist and beach matting.