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Mayor impressed at community’s actions
Colac Otway Shire mayor Cr Jason Schram reflects on the community response to the coronavirus crisis.
Spider crawls through to cut down fire threat
Mulching of undergrowth in the Otway region will help reduce fire risks, authorities say.
Tougher restrictions in force
The State Government has moved to stage three restrictions to combat coronavirus.
Quarantine controls impact young family
A Colac couple can’t see their newborn child together, because of increased restrictions on hospital visits during the coronavirus crisis.
Government billions to help Colac businesses
A Colac financial expert says recent Federal Government stimulus packages will help Colac businesses survive the coronavirus crisis.
Paramedics urging caution and common sense
Life-saving paramedics are encouraging community members to save lives by taking precautions to reduce the spread of coronavirus.
Push to close Ocean Road
The Great Ocean Road and neighbouring beaches should close if people continue to visit the region and ignore calls to stay at home, Senator Sarah Henderson says.
No COVID-19 cases yet in Colac
Colac is still yet to see a confirmed case of COVID-19, as a dedicated helpline and coronavirus testing centre phone number aims to streamline people accessing tests and assist the community.