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Rate rises hit rural residents
Colac Otway Shire farmers and rural property owners are set to feel the pinch of rate rises after the release of the council 2023-2024 draft budget.
Just scratching the surface
Amy Tsilemanis already has a fascination with Apollo Bay’s history and its people and only wants that to grow as she calls on more community members to share their stories.
PHOTO FEATURE: Region’s kids running together
Fine weather greeted students for the Colac region’s annual primary school cross-country run.
Female business leaders unite
An idea to co-promote and celebrate the strength of female leaders in the Otways has blossomed into a support network where women can share their experiences and build business momentum.
Man fined for Xanax collection
An expectant father must pay a $500 fine for possessing more than 300 Xanax tablets.
Aged care review to continue despite 12-month reprieve
Local councils have received an extra year to implement the Federal Government’s new aged-care package which has forced a host of councils to pull out of aged care.
Push for night lighting for Lorne netball courts
Lorne’s Stribling Reserve could get upgraded netball courts and lighting for night games, if a funding application proves successful.
Deeming expulsion to unite Liberals
Polwarth MP Richard Riordan says he hopes the Liberal Party can move on with a “united front” after a party vote led to colleague Moira Deeming’s expulsion.