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Positive budget for homebuyers
A Colac real estate agent says an extension of a home loan help scheme has come at the perfect time for the local market, with first homebuyers eager to get their foot into the property door.
Captain backs Colac’s cricket squad
Colac captain Mick Tomkins says he is confident the club can improve on its sixth-place finish from last season without a host of key cricketers from the 2019-20 campaign.
Time for tourism changes
A Great Ocean Road tourism body says the region has the opportunity to build a more sustainable and vibrant future visitor economy, as it tries to alleviate COVID-19’s devastating impacts.
Blue Church corner gets $9M upgrade
The Blue Church corner west of Colac will receive $9 million for safety upgrades, the Federal Government has announced.
Chamber calls to end biff
Colac’s chamber of commerce wants Colac Otway council candidates to stop the bickering and the politicking and get back to the real issues, including COVID-19 and business recovery.
Police hunt ute after Beeac theft
Police are appealing for information about a white dual-cab ute believed to be involved in a theft at Beeac.
Councillor is keeping bright outlook for poll
Colac Otway Shire councillor Kate Hanson says the shire is facing big challenges and it needs experienced, thoughtful decision making to guide it through.
Environmental green light for compost facility
An expansion of Camperdown Compost Company’s Gnotuk facility is a step closer after receiving environmental approval.