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Push to unlock housing land in Colac region
A wounded economy and a dearth of international workers means Colac needs to unlock land for development pronto, the city’s mayor says.
Sisters’ brolga baking wins national contest
A brolga nest good enough to eat has led two Beeac sisters to win a baking competition that raises awareness of threatened Australian species.
Testing popular on coast
Almost 12 per cent of the Apollo Bay population have been tested for COVID-19, with Great Ocean Road Health now encouraging asymptomatic construction workers to get tested.
Election survey draws criticism
Colac Otway’s mayor has come out against a climate action survey sent to candidates, but the team behind the questionnaire says it is common practice.
Survey backs hard waste
More than 97 per cent of people surveyed would use a hard waste service if Colac Otway Shire Council offered it, a new report says.
Call for Meredith Park review
Colac Otway Shire’s mayor wants the council to lay down the law at Meredith Park, calling for a report on improved management of the park, complete with new guidelines, upgrades and management options.
Lighthouse will close amid concerns
Cape Otway’s iconic lightstation has told staff it will close its doors permanently from March.
Students rise to the challenge
Today we hear from David Treweek, who is Colac Secondary College’s Year Nine-10 sub-school leader. He also teaches Year 12 outdoor education and PE leads the Sporting Pathways program.
