News
Shake-up for shire wards
Both Surf Coast and Corangamite Shire councils are facing shake-ups of their electoral systems, with the Victorian Electoral Commission starting a review of the shires on Wednesday.
Order of Australia for chair
“I feel honoured and also very humbled to be awarded the Order of Australia medal; it’s something that was totally unexpected, something that I will treasure for the rest of my life.”
Interstate interest in dog trials
Deans Marsh’s annual dog trials event were “just perfect” after a record-breaking crowd, interstate competitors and ideal weather made a great combination.
Celebrations for new citizens
Ten new Australians from seven different countries have celebrated their new Australian citizenships at a ceremony in Colac.
New service will help navigate the aged-care system
Four organisations have received approval to offer a Care Finder service in Western Victoria to help connect older people with aged-care services.
Gastro outbreak
Great Ocean Road Health has closed its Apollo Bay facility to visitors following a gastroenteritis outbreak.
Beware fake tradies
Police have issued a warning over an increase in reports of men attending houses and posing as tradesmen.
Simple steps for safer summer boating
Authorities are urging boaters and paddlers to know simple safety rules when out at sea when out on the water this summer.