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Rascal demonstrates his natural instincts
After just his first year of sheep-dog trials competition, Rob Staley says his border collie Rascal is showing promising signs.
Splash pad could be considered
A splash pad could be considered as a feature of the Colac Botanic Gardens Masterplan or through council’s budget process this year.
Breach included 140 text messages
A 45-year-old man who breached a no-contact intervention order by messaging his wife more than 140 times in 16 days must complete a men’s behaviour change program and stay out of trouble for the next year and a half.
New acting CEO in place for six months
Colac Area Health has a new acting chief executive officer for the next six months.
Suspended motorist escapes with a fine
A Colac man who drove with a suspended licence must pay a $400 fine.
Education on Hoodies in Lorne
Hooded Plovers are nesting in Lorne for what is believed to be the first time in decades, forcing bird lovers to urge beachgoers to be mindful at the coastal town.
Otways panther legend lives on
The legend of the Otways panther is alive and well, with a local artist’s ‘panther’ causing a great deal of excitement for a Melbourne family visiting Lorne on the weekend.
Locals’ efforts help save young girl at Lorne
Colac nurse and young mum Laura Shawcross says instincts kicked in when she played a vital role saving the life of an 8-year-old girl on the beach at Lorne.