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  • Minister calls for action on troublesome maps

    THE STATE’S Roads Minister says European standards might be to blame for dodgy electronic maps directions through the Otways.

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  • Shabby square waits on mower

    A FORMER Colac man says the city’s Memorial Square needs “some tender loving care” to stop long grass and weeds from spreading.

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  • Vulnerable coast misses out on bushfire warnings

    A WYE RIVER man fears a lack of mobile internet coverage could leave the coastal hamlet vulnerable in a bushfire emergency.

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  • Blood donation plea from sick toddler’s family

    COLAC district toddler William Reilly has spent a third of his life in hospital and has had 33 blood transfusions.

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  • Stay vigilant today during total fire ban

    COLAC district fire authorities are reminding people to be vigilant, with the mercury set to hit 34 degrees today.

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  • Removal of graveside trinkets angers grieving mum

    A COLAC woman says she is devastated after Colac Cemetery staff removed keepsakes from her daughter’s grave.

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  • Bluewater open longer on code red fire days

    OTWAYS residents have welcomed Colac Otway Shire Council’s decision to name a place for people to take refuge on “code red” fire risk days.

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  • Motorist wants Colac fuel boycott

    A COLAC man is urging other Colac motorists to travel to Geelong or Winchelsea to buy fuel to avoid “rip offs”.

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