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  • Bulla gains approval for expansion plans

    Dairy manufacturer Bulla has reaffirmed its commitment to Colac, while gaining council approval for an expansion of its Forest Street site.

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  • Petition supports retaining services

    More than 700 people have signed a petition calling on the Colac Otway Shire Council to maintain its current aged and disability services.

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  • Advocate for technology and support

    For a man who has been without his hearing and speech for more than 70 years and who is undergoing treatment for terminal bowel cancer, Colin Dunn still beams positivity and cheek.

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  • Students spreading the cheer

    The festive spirit was on show at Colac South West Primary School for the annual Christmas concert.

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  • ‘Groundbreaking’ project for Colac

    A proposed three-storey hotel in central Colac has received Colac Otway Shire Council’s tick of approval, signifying a “groundbreaking” development in the city.

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  • Oval lights plan on hold

    Colac Otway Shire Council will not apply for funding for a proposed lighting upgrade to Colac’s Lake Oval, choosing to present a united voice to the State Government for council’s two remaining Local Sports Infrastructure Fund grant applications.

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  • Beacon’s return requires funding

    Plans to reinstate a 160-year-old maritime beacon have stalled, with Colac Otway Shire Council saying funding is needed to progress the project.

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  • Barongarook residents consider legal action

    Barongarook homeowners are considering legal action against planning authority Colac Otway Shire Council, as the increase in silica dust covering their homes and flowing into water
    tanks causes significant health concerns.

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