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Thumbs-up for fuel service
Apollo Bay’s makeshift petrol service has the tick of approval from a business leader, as the service provider tweaks plans to meet an influx of school holiday demand.
Truffiere prepares for season
An Apollo Bay region truffle farmer is readying himself for his fifth truffle season following a mild summer and good autumn break.
Upgrades on track
The State Government has improved a dangerous level crossing as part of a $114-million upgrade of Colac’s rail line, that will pave the way for a fifth weekday return service.
Remedy report open to public
Keeping water in Colac district’s Big Swamp will help revive the damaged ecosystem, a study has found.
New tank boosts Lorne’s drinking water supply
The construction of an additional water storage tank near Lorne’s Teddy’s Lookout will improve the town’s drinking water supply security.
SHARE THE LOAD: Proposal to charge higher rates for corporate farms
A former Colac Otway mayor wants the council to charge higher rates for foreign-owned and corporate-owned farmland, as a way of reducing residents’ rates burden.
Resident thrilled at smoother ride
A Beech Forest resident says upgrades to a key Otways road have dramatically improved safety for both tourists and trucks.
Truffle hunt’s on for clever hound
A Colac district border collie has a busy month ahead of him as he keeps his eye on the prize and nose to the ground in a productive game of fetch.