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New coast authority gets mixed reaction
The State Government has named the members of its new Great Ocean Road management authority, but the appointments have drawn a mixed response from local stakeholders.
Fire crews rush to protect Winchelsea area
Firefighting crews worked for almost 24 hours after a grassfire at Gherang burnt about six hectares of land this week.
Spreading comfort is a passion
Helping charity goes hand in hand with craft and recycling for Beeac’s Wendy McCormack.
Recylce refunds scheme backed
A Colac Otway environment advocate says he is “relieved” that Victoria will move in line with other states across the country when it introduces a container deposit scheme.
Students return to swim classes
Colac Secondary College is making the most of being able to swim in the local swimming pool again and has taken the opportunity to teach water safety to students.
Cash injection for Great Ocean Road fire breaks
New strategic fuel breaks in communities along the Great Ocean Road will create a ring of fuel-reduced land where crews can work on fire management.
Unforgettable year for students
It was the end of an era for Colac Secondary College students this week.
Top award for Cub Scout
Eighteen months of hard work has paid off for Colac boy Desmond ‘Desi’ Nicholls, earning him one of top honours for a Cub Scout.