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Give Where You Live community grants available
Colac Otway Shire organisations and charities can now apply for community grants thanks to the Give Where You Live Foundation.
Prizes are not just for tidiness
The Sustainable Communities Tidy Town Awards have opened nominations for initiatives that inspire and empower communities, reduce litter, protect the environment, or combat loneliness and isolation.
Farm’s proposal up for debate
A second chance for poddys could be on the cards at Barongarook West, while a Colac business wants a big shed to keep its big farm rigs undercover.
Letters to the editor
Creekside weeds must be removed I was delighted to read recent comments by Trevor Uwland of our weed-infested creek. I’ve been banging on about the state of the creek for the past umpteen years, to no avail. It was my public duty to attempt to rid the banks of the creek of weeds which include […]
Local farmer leads national virus body
A Colac district dairy farmer will head a new national response group to help Australia’s dairy industry navigate the coronavirus pandemic.
No flags at cemeteries for Anzac Day
An Anzac Day tradition at Colac and district cemeteries won’t return this year due to coronavirus restrictions.
Fishing ban is ‘frustrating’
A keen Colac angler says he’s frustrated by the State Government’s decision to ban recreational fishing, but understands health is their number-one priority.
Grant helps aspiring veterinarian follow family tradition
An aspiring Colac third-generation vet has moved to Queensland to complete his studies, but plans to return to the Colac family business.