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Council applying for funds to plan for housing
Colac Otway Shire Council has its eyes set on grants for housing precincts in Colac and Apollo Bay as part of the Federal Government’s $400 million regional Precincts and Partnerships Program.
Volunteers revive drivers
In just 10 days, almost 800 travellers stopped at Colac’s Driver Reviver site, welcomed by volunteers with offers of a hot drink and a place to take a break to keep the roads safer throughout the festive season.
Reel in a winner at Purrumbete
The Lake Purrumbete Angling Club is hoping to reel in entrants from across the district for the annual Twilight Fishing Competition.
Dylan turns a passion into a vital profession
They say you never clock off in some jobs, and for Apollo Bay’s Dylan Murnane that’s certainly the case at this time of the year patrolling the coast as a surf life saver.
Truck driver cautioned over missing interlock
A truck driver caught driving without an alcohol interlock device fitted to his truck must be on his best behaviour for the next six months and pay $500 to a court fund.
Christmas rain boosts 2023 tally
In a spectacular end to 2023 for farmers, gardeners and anyone reliant on tank water, Mount Gellibrand’s weather station recorded the highest monthly rainfall tally for the year in December.
Council receives feedback during aged care review
Colac Otway Shire Council has received a progress report on its aged and disability services review, which considers options to continue or stop providing services to the community.
Colac saleyards ready for event
A bumper start to 2024 for the Colac Regional Saleyards is on the cards, with the annual Birregurra Weaner Sale returning today.