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Protecting animals from fires
Larpent dairy farmer Mark Billing knows the importance of keeping his livestock well protected for high-risk fire days.
Push to increase lake speed limit
A Lake Colac advocate says there’s been positive progress towards revising the lake’s five-knot speed limit, after long advocating against the “impractical” and “inhibiting” restriction.
Imaginative work for Hay Bale Trail
Alvie district residents have created a trail of 11 different hay bale displays for tourers to enjoy in the leadup to Christmas.
CRIME RATE FALLS: Colac Otway offences down, but police brace for rise
Colac Otway’s crime rate is the lowest it has been in almost a decade, new crime data shows.
Club praised for food help
Colac Secondary College has celebrated a service club’s decade-long commitment to making sure students can start their day well-fed.
Hens, sheep and flowers thrive
Warncoort’s Al Dennis and Jemma Lewis have learnt to adapt and diversify their farming production to make the most of their land.
Waste to feature in roads
Recycled rubber will be used to reseal roads in the Colac Otway Shire for the next three years, with Colac Otway Shire Council awarding a new resealing contract at its November meeting.
Christmas rush ahead for Colac businesses
Colac businesses have had a slow start to the Christmas season but are preparing for a Christmas rush this week with a late-night shopping event.