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Cook up a storm to launch exhibition
One of Colac’s favourite art exhibitions has drawn up innovative ways of engaging the community amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
State scraps extra dining permits
Colac Otway Shire Council has welcomed the State Government’s decision to waive its permit requirements for outdoor dining.
Have your say on falls upgrade
The Otways community can have its say on designs for updated facilities at a popular natural landmark.
Investment needed for job security
The Great Ocean Road’s tourism body says the region needs further government infrastructure investment to soften a forecasted blow of thousands of job losses in the coming months.
Councillors target financials
An audit committee has raised “serious concern” over Colac Otway Shire Council’s future financial sustainability, with a report crediting lower-than-average rate increases.
Trains still hitting targets
Warrnambool’s train line continues to hit V-Line’s performance targets, despite reporting a slight drop in its punctuality last month.
More testing of Colac wastewater
Coronavirus fragments recently detected in Colac wastewater samples have prompted Victorian health officials to test more wastewater.
VR driver’s licence test idea
Researchers have suggested virtual reality driving simulators for international tourists to obtain a secondary license could become a feature of Australian airports.