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Public gets a share of high school site
The Colac community can celebrate a “win”, with the State Government confirming it will give part of the former Colac High School site to Colac Otway Shire Council.
Council ‘fine tunes’ CBD plan
Central Colac’s first major streetscape upgrade in decades will include new footpaths and seating, a new park, and up-lighting on trees and heritage buildings.
No early finish for fire restrictions
The Country Fire Authority says fire restrictions aren’t likely to end until May after reviewing fire danger in the Colac district.
Log truck rolls over on notorious corner
A log truck rollover on the Colac-Lavers Hill Road closed the road for almost four hours yesterday, sparking calls for safety improvements.
Ultrasound service angers mum-to-be
A Colac district mother-to-be says poor service has forced her to avoid Colac’s only radiology service.
Court order against axe wielder
A magistrate has ordered a three-month family violence order against a man despite opposition from the affected family member.
Cold-hearted thieves steal giant ice cream
Relieved Timboon business owners celebrated the return of their beloved Big Cone after someone stole the giant ice cream this week.
Vehicle hits cyclist, 9, before leaving scene
A Colac mother has raised concerns about the safety of children crossing one of Colac’s busiest roads after a car knocked her daughter off a bike.