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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.
Ram-raid attack on Colac store
COLAC business owners are counting the cost of damage and stolen goods after thieves ram-raided their Murray Street store.
Pools open but worry continues
COLAC’S Bluewater swimming and hydrotherapy pools will open today but sporting groups look set for a long wait to use the centre stadium which is “unsafe” and unusable.
Minister steps in on battle
COLAC district residents are celebrating after the state’s Planning Minister decided to “call in” an application to build a quarry on their properties.
Teen chooses cruise with motoring idols
A COLAC district teenager has spent the day with his motoring idols after taking 12 years to choose his ultimate wish.