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Lavers Hill residents want cash for refuge
LAVERS HILL residents “urgently” need the State Government to fund a community fire refuge which could save hundreds of lives when the Otways face a firestorm.
Colac cyclist celebrates 100th birthday
CHAMPION Colac cyclist Les Parker will turn 100 tomorrow, and credits his long life to an active lifestyle.
Crime rates rise in Colac and district
COLAC’S leading police officer says the region’s officers are coping with their workload despite statistics revealing a rise in crime.
Labor picks Surf Coast councillor as Corangamite candidate
LIBBY COKER could become the Labor Party’s first female Member for Corangamite after she takes on MP Sarah Henderson at the next federal election.
Colac school pushes to protect crossing
COLAC Primary School officials have challenged a proposal to remove a supervisor from a Colac school crossing.
Family takes journey to remember soldiers
AN EMOTIONAL trip to Turkey will provide a special moment for Winchelsea father and son Stephen and Mitchell Woods.
Workers’ cancer fundraiser exceeds $20,000
COLAC AKD employees have raised more than $20,000 for a cancer charity by shaving or colouring their hair.
Colac’s Kana Festival celebrates gardening
THOUSANDS of people lined Colac’s main street to celebrate the 58th Kana Festival and the community’s love of gardens.