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Childhood memory helps solve war mystery
A CHILDHOOD memory has helped solve a decades-long mystery surrounding a missing tree at a Colac district avenue of honour.
Colac unemployment rises to 8.4 per cent
COLAC’S jobless rate has surged to 8.4 per cent, higher than state and national jobless rates.
Warnings on deteriorating road
POTHOLES, 18 warning signs and no plans to repair the deteriorating Timboon-Colac Road before Christmas continue to cause concerns, forcing motorists to travel at reduced speeds.
Colac’s entrance gets a makeover
An open plaza, gardens and a pocket park will greet visitors to Colac after Colac Otway Shire Council contractors complete a beautification project.
New industry advocate has media background
Colac’s Paula Doran will step into WestVic Dairy’s top role today and says she hopes to become an advocate for the district’s dairy farmers.
Ambulance service a concern
Australian Labor Party’s Polwarth candidate says improving Colac’s ambulance services will be a priority if she wins the seat at next month’s state election.
Netballers support push for government funding
Colac Tigers netballers have got behind a push to gain State Government funding for a redevelopment of Colac’s Central Reserve.
$6.2-million upgrade for Colac timber company
AKD SOFTWOODS is preparing to start a $6.2-million redevelopment of its Colac site with the construction of new continuous drying kilns and boilers.