News

  • Mixed results for farm sectors

    Dairy farmers can expect demand to remain high, croppers are thrilled with the start of their seasons, but beef markets are sluggish, Rural Bank’s Australian Agriculture Mid-Year Outlook says.

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  • Rural Scene news in brief

    A close look at farm crime, Melbourne Show entries opening, and a summary of flood grant payments.

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  • Special milestone for premiership Roo

    A South Colac premiership player will notch up a special milestone in tomorrow’s clash with Simpson. On the same day that Simpson’s Brad Salmon reaches game 200, South Colac’s Joel Menzies will play his 150th game. Menzies, a successful all-round sportsman, was part of the Roos’ 2022 grand final winning side, adding a senior football […]

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  • REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

    Airdrie presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure a slice of Colac’s history.

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  • Hopping holidays

    Colac district children were jumping for joy as they soaked up the remainder of their school holidays, enjoying a jumping castle set up at Colac Primary School.

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  • Bay driver accused of trafficking

    Colac police have charged an Apollo Bay man for drug trafficking and possessing a large amount of cash.

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  • Let it flow: Floodgates to open in weeks

    Authorities will release water from Lake Colac in a fortnight for the first time in almost 30 years, as the lake’s water level continues to rise.

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  • Perfect day for a sweet treat

    Apollo Bay brothers Eli and Harry Sims were more than happy to promote the fact that today marks World Chocolate Day to encourage kids, and adults, to indulge in their favourite treat without being forced into making up an excuse.

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