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Highway crash driver refuses drug testing
An unlicensed driver could face drugs and driving charges after the vehicle she was driving collided with a log truck and she refused a drug test.
Men lucky to escape two-vehicle collision
Three men escaped serious injury in two shocking crashes on Colac district roads this week.
Theatre founder will nominate
Colac district farmer and arts leader Andrew Beale wants to be the community’s voice and connect residents and ratepayers with Colac Otway Shire Council.
Father’s cancer inspires specialist
A former Colac district woman has made her return to south-west Victoria to help treat cancer patients, after her father’s cancer battle inspired her career.
Accountant stands for council
Colac’s Glynis Myers has always looked for ways to give back to the community and she believes standing for Colac Otway Shire Council could be her next opportunity.
Ten-year lamb deal brings 60 new jobs
A new 10-year deal between Colac’s Australian Lamb Company and Coles supermarkets will boost employment at the meat processing plant to about 600 workers.
Young musicians eager to perform
Colac and district music students are excited ahead of this weekend’s annual Colac eisteddfod.
New candidate in council race
Birregurra’s Daryl Collins has only been in the district for two years but he believes his fresh approach and business background could provide a welcome boost to local government.