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Test for roundabout ahead
Birregurra and district residents say the real test for a new roundabout will be when traffic increases over summer.
Colac foster carers can make a real difference
For almost a decade, the Joneses have opened their home to disadvantaged children to provide much-needed support and stability to their families.
Bat found
Colac’s Botanic Gardens playground sandpit has reopened with new sand after a child found a dead bat buried in the pit.
STAY THE COURSE: Case numbers fall as Colac eyes zero
The Colac district is on track to return to zero active COVID-19 cases as numbers fell to 12 on the weekend.
A Colac contractor is concerned that the expiration of VFF-State Government cattle underpass funding contract will cost him thousands of dollars.
Mayor takes aim at “secret” coastal group
Colac Otway Shire’s mayor has blasted a “secret” coast group that meets regularly with the council’s top brass, and he says the council will set up a new committee open to the public.
Teachers frustrated at ongoing pool closures
A Colac swim instructor says Victoria could be on the verge of an increase in drownings this summer as out-of-practice swimmers return to the water in coming months.
Beechy trail is beckoning adventurers
The Old Beechy Rail Trail Committee is encouraging families to enjoy a walk along the rail trail these school holidays, despite the cancellation of the Hunt for the Golden Gumboot.