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LONG ROAD SHORTENS: Work continues on new cancer centre
CONTRACTORS are still expecting to finish building a cancer centre at the Colac Hospital by the end of next month.
PARCHED: Ongoing dry conditions drain fodder reserves
A COLAC district farmer says he prepared his farm best he could for the drought, but hopes for autumn rain.
FAME BECKONS: Colac comedy star gains US attention
A FORMER Colac comedian could find international fame, with his short films gaining overseas exposure.
HOLIDAY TRAGEDY: Head-on crash kills Chinese tourist
A FEMALE passenger has died and a male driver is fighting for his life following a two-car head-on collision near Port Campbell.
PLACEMENT STARTS: Medical students boost Colac health sector
THREE medical students will call Colac home as they embark on a yearlong medical placement within the community.
DREAM MEETING: Cancer patient hopes to meet tennis star
A COLAC district woman says she has added meeting tennis player Andy Murray to the bucket list she started after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis.
Fatal crash near Port Campbell
ONE PERSON has died and another has serious injuries following a two-car head-on collision on Princetown Road near Cooriemungle.
TRUE LEADER: Talented teacher is our top citizen
A COLAC district teacher has received Colac Otway Shire Council’s top Australia Day award for her efforts to help young people finish school.