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  • Mayor wants Aus Day return

    Colac Otway Shire’s mayor is calling for a return to celebrations on Australia Day.

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  • Mix of homes for city

    Fifty new homes in Colac will be a mix of types, the State Government says, with planning and design work underway.

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  • Poll says Coalition to win seat

    A new poll predicts that the Coalition will likely win Wannon at this year’s federal election – but the nationwide result could be a hung parliament, with neither major party able to clinch a majority.

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  • District man’s sentence close to 12 years’ prison

    A Colac district man convicted of incest has been jailed for almost 12 years.

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  • Wetlands project needs additional $1.3 million

    A funding switcheroo could allow Colac Otway Shire Council to deliver the Elliminyt Wetlands project and the Bluewater Electrification project, after the wetlands project fell $1.3 million short in funds.

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  • Wendy shines light on district

    Colac export and food journalist Wendy Hargreaves’ passion project has been all about shining a light on south-west Victoria’s produce so far.

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  • P-plater avoids criminal record for 184kmh ride

    A motorcyclist who told police he was “just having a bit of a play” after being caught 84kmh over the speed limit has escaped a criminal record. 

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  • New funds to boost region

    Colac Area Health could see the benefits from a new funding boost for the region.

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