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Disease outbreak warnings for animal owners, plus a leadership opportunity for rural women.
DRAMATIC FOOTAGE: Police winch two people from stranded boat
A police helicopter has winched two people from a stricken boat in a dramatic night-time rescue at Johanna.
First baby for 2023
Demi Moore-Lucas and Jayden Comer have started the new year on a high, welcoming their first child into the world this week.
REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Two bathrooms, a great living and dining area and an outdoor alfresco area make this home perfect for downsizing, as a first home, or as an investment.
Summer fun in the sun
Colac and district families have soaked up the sun and made the most of the school holidays by enjoying a movie, a walk around the park or fun at the Memorial Square playground.
Bruce Street permit: Developers planning 54-lot housing estate
New plans to transform an empty lot in Colac’s Bruce Street into 54 new homes and two new streets will deliver affordable and essential housing, applicants say.
Tribute for Birregurra butcher
“G’day bud” are words that will continue to echo down the streets of Birregurra and live on in the memories of the town’s locals and the family and friends of a much-loved community stalwart.
Saving women’s lives with breast screening
Colac McGrath breast care nurse Charlotte Henry says now is the time for eligible women to get a breast screen, after the pandemic hampered people’s access and urgency for regular health screening.