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  • LAKE OVERFLOW: CCMA could pull plug on Lake Colac to prevent floods

    Lake Colac is so full that authorities might need to release water into a neighbouring channel this winter, linking the lake to the ocean for the first time in more than 20 years.

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  • Dinosaur Cove yields another history-making fossil

    Giant flying reptiles ruled the skies over Cape Otway 107 million years ago, and historic new scientific findings are shining light on the ancient creatures.

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  • Corangamite set to upgrade location of road flood death

    The site of a road tragedy will get a safety upgrade in Corangamite Shire Council’s 2023-24 budget.

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  • 5G phone tower proposed for Colac Golf Course site

    A proposed 35-metre mobile phone tower at Colac Golf Club would boost Optus reception in the area.

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  • Corangamite focuses budget spend on roads

    Corangamite Shire Council will spend almost $10 million on roads in the coming year, with a $3.79-milion budget surplus and 3.5-per-cent rate rise.

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  • More than 50 speed signs replaced

    The roads authority has spoken out against a spate of vandalism attacks on more than 50 road speed signs south of Colac.

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  • Clearer council policy for community events

    Colac Otway Shire Council is streamlining its events policies, making it easier and clearer for event organisers to get permits.

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  • Passionate creators return to exhibiting

    Colac Neighbourhood House’s Tuesday Art Mob is getting ready for its first group exhibition in five years.

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