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Candidates reflect on election
POLWARTH voters are still waiting for the official results of the by-election, but Richard Riordan is still the clear winner.
Winery marathon on trip itinery
A COLAC woman says completing a world-famous marathon in France, which featured 23 wine stops, was a great achievement and a highlight of her Europe trip.
Minister refuses exclusion zone
COLAC DISTRICT wildlife carers have welcomed a government commitment to review culling permit procedures to ensure they are consulted before neighbours receive licences to kill native wildlife.
Council to prune more elm trees
COLAC Otway Shire Council will prune 13 elm trees in Colac’s Memorial Square after a branch fell near public toilets last month.
Colac businessman wins Polwarth seat
RICHARD RIORDAN has had political aspirations for decades and Saturday’s Polwarth by-election delivered the result the Liberal candidate needed to catapult him into State Government.
Volunteer shares vivid memories
A COLAC and district firefighter remembers the eerie feeling the morning of one of the Otway’s darkest days.
MP renews bypass calls
WESTERN Victoria MP Simon Ramsay has repeated calls for a heavy vehicle bypass for Colac, after recording more than 300 trucks travelling through the city in eight hours.
Strawberries thrive despite dry season
A TIMBOON strawberry grower is expecting another great season despite dry conditions.