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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.
Men rally to support White Ribbon cause
Colac Otway Shire’s domestic violence figures are unacceptable and attitudes towards women need to change, a council leader says.
Community supports families at Christmas
Community groups will gather again this Christmas to help Colac families whose loved ones have died.
Fire season plans swing into action
Colac district’s fire season plans are in full flight with a multi-agency training day boosting crews’ preparations.
Extra train for Colac if Coalition returned
Colac travellers could have access to an additional return train service six days a week if a Coalition Government returns to power at the November 29 election.
Holiday on cards for caring leader
A well-deserved holiday awaits Lyn Russell as she ends her two-year term as Colac Otway Shire Council’s mayor today.
Residents defend Colac community
Colac’s Joe Brown and his partner Ben Stevens say Colac is “no more homophobic than anywhere else”, and are proud of the community they call home.
Finalised trade deal a boost for industry
Colac district agricultural workers expect a free trade agreement between China and Australia will boost the region’s industries.