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Coastal residents evacuated amid burnoff fears
Kennett River and other coastal residents had to temporarily evacuate their homes amid fears that bush burnoffs could escape and decimate towns during the weekend’s extreme fire weather.
Les hits 102 on the back of a Harley
When a war veteran on the eve of his 102nd birthday asks you to take him on a motorbike joy ride around Colac, there’s no way you could deny him that wish.
Beeac tower set to go live
Beeac’s new mobile phone tower is closer to completion, after workers completed a major part of the project last week.
Police investigate fire carelessness on extreme day
Police will investigate two illegal burns in the Colac district, as the region faced hot and windy weather and high fire danger.
Trader bouncing back from devastating fire
An Apollo Bay business will soon be fully operational again, nearing the two-year anniversary of a devastating blaze which crippled three shopfronts along the main street.
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.