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Paul is saving species in a native paradise
Paul Kennedy’s Elliminyt garden is saving rare native plants from extinction, all while providing a stunning oasis for wildlife.
IGA to replace burnt Bay shops
An Apollo Bay business leader says plans to move the town’s IGA supermarket to a vacant site in the heart of town is an exciting prospect for the coastal community.
Calls to beautify vacant Apollo Bay block
Apollo Bay Chamber of Commerce president Kevin O’Connell has called for the community to rally together to beautify a vacant site in the town centre destroyed by fire.
Salvation Army declares ‘We’re here to stay’
The Salvation Army is continuing 135 years of service in Colac, with the opening of a new $3.44-million welfare and worship centre ensuring it will continue for years to come.
Town rallies to stop blasting
Campaigners against seismic blasting hope an Apollo Bay gathering can build momentum and educate others about protecting the future of the Otway Basin.
‘No’ forum draws crowd
An Australian Senator has visited Colac to share why she is voting no to the Voice to Parliament.
Apostles resort seeking buyer
A new luxury wellness hot springs and resort at the doorstep of the Twelve Apostles is shovel-ready and will hope to target millions of tourists who travel through the region.
‘Conservative’ release from lake
Authorities say they are releasing “a very conservative” amount of water from Lake Colac through the Lough Calvert Drainage Scheme.