News
Top cop reflects on career
Ken Slingsby only planned to stay in Colac for two years when he moved from Melbourne in 2003 to fill the role of Senior Sergeant.
Kids and environment inspire comeback
Hordern Vale artist Danni Sandford has always had an artistic mind, but after a 20-year hiatus and two children, the painter is back to creating and doing what she loves.
Road overhauled after fatal crash
A drop in the speed limit at Rifle Butts Road is the last of a Coroner’s recommendations to be enforced on the Whoorel road, almost two years after a motorist died at the site.
Cyril’s sound contribution to Apollo Bay show
Cyril Marriner’s comforting voice booming across the loudspeakers will be sadly missing when the Apollo Bay community’s annual show returns this weekend after a four-year hiatus.
Rural Scene news in brief
Dairy prices buck global trends Farmgate milk prices in Australia continue to strengthen, despite downturns overseas, as processors face stiff competition for milk supply. Dairy Australia’s latest Situation and Outlook Report forecasts a contraction of between four to six per cent in the Australian milk pool this season, due to worker shortages, competition for land […]
REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Elevated and beautifully positioned, this home at 57 Harris Road, Elliminyt, boasts stunning views over Colac and surrounding districts.
Police assault earns penalty
A Colac woman who assaulted a police officer while resisting arrest must complete 50 hours of unpaid community work.
New compromise for Forrest holiday park siteholders
Talks between annual site holders and management at Forrest Holiday Park are taking a positive turn, with BelgraviaPro announcing more sites will be available to current site holders after the redevelopment of the park.