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Waterway is set for restoration
Colac district community members have joined in on the journey to restore Barongarook Creek.
Battalion hopes to shed light on life
A memorial stone has been found at Alvie, but there’s still vital information missing.
Council road grant hopes
Colac Otway Shire Council is hoping to get funding for three road safety projects including an upgrade to a notorious Elliminyt intersection.
Last day to have say on housing
People have until today to provide feedback on a plan to rezone cemetery land to develop 50 social housing dwellings in Colac.
Riders rev up for appeal
Mutiny Mob Social Motorcycle Club is encouraging the community to dig deep with donations for its annual Christmas toy appeal.
Time starts ticking for budget wishlist
Colac Otway Shire Council wants ideas on what to fund under its next budget and people can have a say from today.
Text offender sent to prison
A gambling addict who lied and took $15,000 from a Colac district woman he was messaging has been jailed for nine months.
Northern Otways on risk list
Colac and district fire brigades are gearing up for an intense summer, with a new report revealing there’s a heightened risk of fires in the Otways despite recent rain.
Trial would attract tasty treats
Key Colac locations could be home to a range of food trucks over summer, with Colac Otway Shire Council calling out for vendors to deliver unique menus.
Trucks chewing up local link
Barongarook residents say heavy truck movements from a sand quarry are frequently tearing up a local road, with potholes being filled weekly.
Separate cat curfews and review for on-leash areas
Colac Otway cats are set to be divided under a plan for separate curfews, which will apply depending on when the feline was first registered.
14-DAY STAYS: Meredith Park camping limited to fortnight
Camping will remain at Meredith Park but there will be a limit of 14 days for campers.
Mapping impacts ‘second city’
Changes to national flood regulations have ruled out potential housing development sites in Colac’s Deans Creek area, shifting the focus for a $1-million precinct plan.
Bikie bought chemicals in bid to leave gang
A Colac man was in hiding from an illegal motorcycle gang when the group found him and allegedly forced him to buy chemicals to manufacture drugs, a court has heard.
Spreading the cheer
A brighter Christmas for those doing it tough is the main goal for Colac’s Salvation Army.
Beloved Brolga festival is back
The community spirit of Cororooke is set to be on show this weekend, as a popular event returns with a new twist.
Corangamite pair remain as leaders
There are no changes to Corangamite Shire Council’s leadership, following a mayoral election at the council’s monthly meeting this week.
Officer says stay alert along notorious road
Birregurra’s leading senior constable has reminded motorists to abide by signage and stay alert at Conns Lane, following another crash on the road.
Housing feedback closing
People have until Monday to provide feedback on a plan to rezone cemetery land to develop 50 social housing dwellings in Colac.
New flags to raise awareness
A change of flags along Murray Street helps mark the beginning of a nationwide call to action to end gender-based violence.
Pool’s policies causing splash
Winchelsea’s upgraded pool will open for its first full summer season tomorrow, but rules relating to the new season are making waves for the wrong reason.
Council looking for feedback on Camperdown master plan
Corangamite Shire Council is welcoming submissions to its Draft Arboretum Masterplan.
Drop in Schoolies across the coast
Lorne is preparing for the class of 2025 to arrive, despite reporting a decline in the number of school leavers bookings in recent years.
Christmas spirit in centre of city
The Colac and District Chamber of Commerce is bringing the community together today for the first-ever Light Up Colac, which organisers hope will become a new local tradition.
