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Appeal for public to help find Barry
Police are appealing for public assistance to help find missing Colac man Barry.
Couple walks for ‘love and light’
A passion to support cancer patients and improve their quality of life is behind a Colac couples next charity venture.
Coach puts heart on the line
A Colac district football coach has won a state award for going above and beyond to champion mental health at his footy club.
Closed seasons for black fish, rock lobsters
Apollo Bay’s Victorian Fisheries Authority office is reminding ocean and river anglers of fishing season closures which start this month.
No plans for gas conversion
Despite the rising cost of gas and the State Government’s push to phase out the use of gas, Colac Otway Shire has no plans to convert Colac’s Bluewater swim and spa facilities to renewable energy due to the multi-million-dollar cost of conversion.
Call to support residents seeking refuge on extreme-fire-danger days
An Otways resident has called on Colac Otway Shire Council to undertake an urgent review to help the community plan refuge options and potentially save lives, ahead of the predicted hotter and drier fire season.
Refugee support group benefits from ride
Keen cyclist and Skenes Creek local Helen Cocks will combine two passions when she volunteers for Amy’s Gran Fondo ride on Sunday.
Schools form a special bond
As a group of Northern Territory students prepared to return home after a visit to Sacred Heart Primary School, Yarralin’s Bronson turned to principal Jack Lenaghan with one simple message.