News
Homes plan debated
A community petition calling for “better social housing options for Colac” has garnered hundreds of signatures in less than 24 hours.
Simpson eatery closed
A local council has closed a Simpson shop for alleged food offences.
Beacon plans progressing
Work is progressing on plans to reinstate a historic navigational pillar beacon at Marengo that was removed five years ago.
Otways deer control continues
Parks Victoria is continuing its deer control program in the Otways, and is also opportunistically targeting other invasive species.
Management advice for livestock attacks
Sheep deaths in the Cressy district have prompted a warning from Agriculture Victoria about the risk that foxes and stray dogs pose to livestock.
Council raises land, water
A Corangamite Shire Council delegation has met with key leaders at the Victorian Parliament, with land protection high on the agenda.
Crews respond to crashes
Two car crashes have occurred on Colac district roads this week, including one fatality.
Next generation: committed to country practice
Winchelsea’s Nick Jordan-Hill knows the vital role that doctors play in small communities, and the lived experience is helping shape his own career path.