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Residents concerned about new street bins
Birregurra residents are furious about the size and the style of new bins in Main Street and say they clash with the streetscape.
Stop to shop in Colac on grand final holiday
Colac businesses are set to make the most of a public holiday on Friday by opening their doors and encouraging shoppers to “spend a day in Colac”.
Disability advocate is retiring
Dedicated disability worker Jacqui Suares says her daughter inspired her 26-and-a-half-year career leading one of Colac’s disability services.
Big Fonterra profit frustrates farmers
Larpent dairy farmer Mark Billing says Fonterra’s profit listing of NZ $834-million is frustrating for suppliers, after the company slashed milk payments to farmers.
Colac’s jobless figure well below state rate
Colac’s jobless rate remains well below the national and state rates, with Colac manufacturers continuing to recruit extra staff.
Council defers plan for city-style estate
Apollo Bay residents are furious that council officers recommended councillors support a plan for a metropolitan-style housing estate on the Great Ocean Road.
Deluge another blow for bushfire victims
Separation Creek’s Peter Jacobs is going through almost the same isolation he felt at Christmas but this time he is with about a dozen neighbours.
Flood forces family upstairs
Colac’s Wendy Perkins says damage to her home from flooding could cost up to $30,000 to repair.