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Housing, health on Corangamite minds
Around 90 people from across the Corangamite Shire have asked for more affordable housing, health services, public transport and environmental protection to be included in a new council plan.
Cash-in opportunity in recycling scheme
Community members across the district have a chance to cash in big while keeping the community clean through a statewide recycling program.
Service is coaches for next two weeks
Coaches will replace trains on Colac’s rail line from today to April 13 while maintenance and infrastructure works are completed.
Record-low rain in Otways last year
The Colac Otway Shire has a dry outlook for the year ahead, while Cape Otway has seen its driest year on record.
Patronage dip is from fewer trips
An advocate for the Colac to Lorne summer bus says a reduction in service days in 2024-25 has impacted final patronage figures.
Tarndie wool challenge returns
Tarndwarncoort Homestead has welcomed flocks of fleece lovers for the International Back to Back Wool Challenge on the weekend.
Journey continues in Colac
Flagship European fashion stores, travelling the world, and passion projects at Apollo Bay.
Rural advocates say new budget falls short
Multiple organisations say while the newly-announced federal budget has some positive factors, more could be delivered from a healthcare and rural perspective.