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Concerns at plan for new traffic lights
A COLAC OTWAY Shire councillor is urging people to contact councillors today if they oppose a VicRoads plan for traffic lights at a Princes Highway intersection.
Party to support learner program
LABOR will reinstate funding for a learn-to-drive program for disadvantaged Colac youths if it wins the state election.
VicRoads drops plan to cut Colac parking
COLAC residents have welcomed VicRoads’ decision to scrap plans to cut parking in Murray Street between Bruce Street and Barongarook Creek.
Christmas appeal supports families
ORGANISERS of a Christmas appeal hope to collect 100,000 gifts for needy families across Australia including families in Colac.
Teenagers act fast at fire
QUICK-THINKING teenagers have helped slow the spread of a house fire at Irrewarra.
Region’s councils call for ALP train pledge
PRESSURE is building on political candidates to match a Coalition promise to add extra passenger services to Colac’s train line ahead of this weekend’s state election.
Community supports Colac fuel price campaign
THE COLAC HERALD today launches a campaign to encourage residents to have their say on Colac’s fuel prices.
New council leader ready for challenge
New Colac Otway Shire Council mayor Frank Buchanan says he feels “privileged and excited” about leading the council for the next 12 months.