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Rottnest swim success for Apollo Bay team
Apollo Bay’s Brian Humphries has reflected on the chaos of being Dan Holthouse’s support during his mate’s successful attempt at one of the world’s toughest ocean swims.
Comedian scores a new audience
How does performing in front of a comedy festival crowd of thousands compare with performing in front of a captivated classroom of seven primary school students?
Beechy barn dance back
Beech Forest barn dance organisers are looking forward to good numbers at this year’s shindig.
Colac shines as Kana Festival flies high
A cornucopia of clowns, ringmasters, strongmen and more have filled central Colac for the city’s annual Kana Festival and parade.
Falls Festival site up for sale
The chance to buy a slice of Australian music festival history is on offer in a once-in-a-generation opportunity.
New tax to hit land investors
Funds from a new state property tax should go back into the rural and regional communities it impacts, a local councillor says.
Don’t race to arrive home
Colac’s racing season is over, but the city’s road safety group says people should still take care and remember to get home safely.
Maize endeavour is paying off for enterprising dairy farmer
Larpent dairy farmer Alistair Harris says there’s something new to learn about the art of growing maize with every season.