News

  • Multiple fires during ban day

    With illegal campfires recurring at Meredith Park across the weekend, multiple CFA members have issued fresh warnings to campers.

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  • Artists invited to apply for funding

    Artists and creatives who are “emerging, mid-career and established” can apply for funding help this month.

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  • Protect yourself from scams

    As more people shop online over the holidays, Colac and district online shoppers should beware of scammers and remain vigilant to protect their identities and bank accounts.

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  • Fire volunteers commended

    After responding to more than 285 calls last year, the Colac Fire Brigade is looking ahead to new challenges and achievements in 2025.

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  • Towns swell for holiday season

    Coastal police officers say despite an increase in visitors to the towns over the holiday period, it’s been all quiet on the crime front.

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  • Police press drug charges

    Police have charged multiple people with drug offences at a music festival near Cressy, unrelated to a pill testing trial at the site.

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  • Worst year on record for rain

    Irrewarra farmer John Martin says there were winners and losers for the 2024 rainfall season, with his farming properties hit with what he described as “his worst year on record”.

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  • Trial receives 600 samples

    Officials tested more than 600 drug samples at a music festival in Colac district, the State Government says.

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