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Rural Scene news in brief
Farmers taking up free sign offer; Downward pressure on milk prices; Lamb processing surges 7.7 per cent; and An audit for fodder research.
Camper stolen as victims slept inside near Lorne
A woman was dragged along the Great Ocean Road after the theft of a camper trailer she was sleeping in near Lorne, while a male victim was trapped inside the vehicle.
REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
This modern home in the heart of charming Cororooke sits on a generous allotment of 1309 square metres.
Branch repairs drag on
Colac’s ANZ branch has remained tight-lipped on a clear date for its re-opening, despite growing concerns from local customers.
Bay youngster’s Wild ambition
Nothing encapsulates community spirit more than a 12-year-old taking on the responsibility of organising a key event for one of Apollo Bay’s major festivals.
FOODBANK SAVED: Donations ensure families can access vital service
Thousands of dollars of cash donations have saved a Colac foodbank from imminent closure, just as demand for food help soars amid a cost-of-living crisis.
Big toilet decision for council
An LGBTQIA+ support group has pleaded with Colac Otway Shire Council to cancel a “dead-letter law” that restricts public toilet use on the basis of gender.
State MP tours Colac’s new netball facilities
A state MP has toured newly resurfaced netball courts at Colac’s Eastern Reserve, saying they’ll boost the sport in Colac.