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Next generation: committed to country practice
Winchelsea’s Nick Jordan-Hill knows the vital role that doctors play in small communities, and the lived experience is helping shape his own career path.
Rethink it: residents oppose housing approach
“None of us are objecting to the housing, we know people need it – but you can’t do it this way.”
Coalition cash for bike park
Colac’s new bike park project has received a big federal election boost.
Candidates locked in for major forum
Four Wannon candidates have agreed to meet and face off in the divison’s only comprehensive candidates’ forum ahead of the federal election.
Diversion for fake name, but police take gloves
A Colac man who provided a false name to police while wearing studded gloves and riding his bike without a helmet has avoided a criminal record.
Fire focus for panel discussion
An upcoming panel discussion focused on the increasing risk of bushfires in the Colac-Otway region has a special significance for Kawarren’s Philippa Bailey.
Donation goes to wellbeing
The Colac Motorfest has gifted two Colac community services $8000 from funds raised on the day.
Bail laws will change balance
Colac and district lawyer Tim Hancock says it’s hard to strike a balance between low-level and high-harm offenders with the introduction of new tougher bail laws.
