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Shields, bandanas, scarves no longer acceptable as face coverings
The Victorian Government has tightened its rules regarding face masks, with loose coverings no longer considered an adequate form of defence against COVID-19 transmission.
Restrictions continue at cattle sale
Colac Regional Saleyards will have 600 cattle on offer in its dairy ring as COVID-19 restrictions continue at this Friday’s store cattle sale.
Expert wants to grow rural manufacturing
An Otways business whiz hopes that a new national business innovation framework could help local manufacturers expand into larger markets.
Twist on art game invigorates artists
An Apollo Bay artist has reinvented an old game to engage the arts community during a period of isolation and inspiration deficiency.
Crime rate increases across Colac Otway
Colac Otway’s crime rate has spiked, family violence has dipped and officers have handed out scores of COVID breaches, new crime data shows.
Day of remembrance for the police community
Colac police will pause in reflection tomorrow for Blue Ribbon Day, when police remember officers who have died serving their community.
Car crash and gas leak keep local crews busy
Colac and district emergency crews responded to separate incidents of a gas leak and a vehicle crash in Colac over the weekend.