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COVID cases ‘surge’ in Colac
A Colac pharmacist and clinic manager say they have seen an increased demand for COVID-19 antiviral medication, as Victorian health authorities continue to warn of increased community transmission of the virus.
Call for community’s view on new splash park
Winchelsea’s much-loved 60-year-old pool will receive a major facelift, and Winch residents can now have their say on the design of the brand-new splash park.
Local retiree values chance to give back
After working as a paramedic for 35 years, many might want to enjoy some quiet years in retirement. Not Don Smith.
Council reviews event policy
Not-for-profit organisations will be exempt from paying permit fees for events hosted in public places in Colac Otway Shire.
Otways residents seek safe shelter
Faced with the prospect of a hotter, drier summer and an increasing bushfire threat, a group of Otways residents say they are seriously concerned about where they will find shelter on extreme and catastrophic fire danger days.
Cake queen enjoys endless creativity
Winchelsea local Nicole Everett’s passion and success within cake decorating was sparked by the simple ingredient of fondant icing and the spontaneous borrowing of a library book.
Ballarat road labelled ‘beyond dangerous’
Colac district motorists have labelled the Colac-Ballarat Road as “disgusting”, “scary”, “beyond dangerous” and “an accident waiting to happen”.
Two-car collision in Colac
Two females were treated for minor injuries at Colac’s hospital yesterday after a two-car collision at a major intersection on Murray Street.