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Milk price rise welcome but not enough
A COLAC district dairy farmer has welcomed a milk price increase, but says the rise needs to be bigger.
Widespread interest in ploughing titles
A COLAC and district ploughing contest has attracted competitors from across the state and overseas.
Forum tackles agriculture and tourism
AN agriculture forum will discuss how southern Otways landholders can evolve to deal with increasing tourism in the region.
Colac internet can’t cope with demand
COLAC and district Telstra customers are suffering with slow internet connections as the network struggles to meet demand.
Corangamite roads paved with cash
THE Federal Government has budgeted $24 million for highway upgrades in the Corangamite electorate while other Victorian roads have missed out.
Marginal status reaps rewards
COLAC Otway Shire Council chief Rob Small says Colac is “reaping the rewards of being in a marginal seat” with Federal Election promises turning into cash.
Genetic canola runs into problems
A COLAC district farmer has stopped growing genetically modified canola because of problems marketing, harvesting and storing the crop.
Government closing DPI office
THE State Government will close its Department of Primary Industries office at Camperdown, forcing nine workers out of the town.