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State cash boost for local libraries
Libraries at Colac and Apollo Bay will receive more than $200,000 to boost education for young people in the shire.
Laundromat mix-up lands man in court
A Colac man has learnt a $900 lesson to make sure he’s got the right bags when leaving the laundromat and to not accept credit cards from his associates.
New Colac Otway platform to boost health
Deakin University researchers are calling on the Colac Otway community to share their food shopping experiences, with a new platform launching this week across the shire.
Committee’s plan to honour culture
Cultura Colac’s intercultural committee hopes to celebrate diversity and provide support by launching a series of initiatives in the city.
Youths rocking the local stage
Colac district’s young musicians and stage techs have honed their skills in a creative holiday workshop.
Surf Coast councillor guilty of misconduct
A Surf Coast Shire councillor’s month-long suspension has begun after being found guilty of misconduct.
Callout after boat breakdown
Camperdown SES crews have worked to assist two men following a boating mishap at Lake Bullen Merri.
Family land could be part of town expansion
Birregurra residents have shared their views on Colac Otway Shire Council’s plans for the town’s growth.
Local care makes difference
Colac resident John Permezel says the city is “blessed” to have cancer care close to home, as he continues to navigate his own diagnosis.
Rain needed to boost hay yields
Colac and district farmers are banking on more spring rain to ensure a productive hay harvest season, following a late start to grass growth.
New Apostles group to benefit CFA brigades
Members of CFA District Six’s newly formed Apostles group are continuing their pre-summer training, with their first exercise set for next month.
Residents to take on piece of city’s railway history
The community will be able to soon showcase Colac’s historic rail turntable.
Newest nurses need places
A Colac district nursing student is calling on the community to sign a petition pushing for the State Government to make more graduating roles available, after students across the state missed out.
Tree removal probe
Officials are responding to reports of unpermitted tree removal at a Barongarook property.
Colac’s ice cream features in China
Colac-based Bulla Dairy Foods has made its mark on an international audience, officially launching as one of 13 brands featuring on the front page of a Chinese grocery home delivery app.
Target is underwhelming
A new climate target aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 2035 has disappointed Colac Otway environmentalists who say it is “not enough”.
