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Push for swim event to hit lake this year
Organisers of a proposed Pier-to-Pub-style swim in Lake Colac will push hard to bring the event to Colac this year, despite the council knocking back event approval last year.
Forrest-led police petition extends
A Forrest-led petition to save one-person police stations around the state has been extended until May.
KING CHARLIE: Colac’s young Elvis makes history at festival
Colac’s very own fifteen-year-old Elvis Charlie Gaylard had a crowd of thousands All Shook Up after his history-making performance on the main stage at the Parkes Elvis Festival.
Gathering shelter starts taking shape
A new gathering shelter beside Winchelsea’s Barwon River and public toilets will soon be ready for locals and visitors to enjoy.
Dee inspired by surrounds
Whether it’s the cheeky expression of a bird, the colors of a tree’s bark or the flowing waters of a peaceful waterscape, Dee Matheson is always looking for her next painting within her natural surroundings.
Violent behaviour in front of children
A man who ran at his victim swinging a tyre iron has avoided a criminal record but must complete an anger management course and donate $750 to Beyond Blue.
Community engagement a key for CORA
A Surf Coast councillor has urged CORA to engage with the local community during what shapes as a groundbreaking development for the growth of towns like Winchelsea following last week’s major announcement.
Ratepayers hit with costly road fix
Colac Otway Shire Council will use Mooleric Road as a case study for what not to do with future road constructions.