News
Bravery award for sea rescue
A Ballarat man has received a National Search and Rescue Award for his efforts when he saved a man from drowning in a strong rip at the mouth of Princetown’s Gellibrand River.
Healthy finances for Surf Coast
Surf Coast Shire Council’s ended the financial year with a better-than-expected surplus of more than $4 million.
Winning Colac Show entries on public display
Local professional and amateur photographers’ entries to the Colac Show’s photography competition are not going to waste, despite the cancellation of the event.
Camping permits on offer again for workers
Temporary worker accommodation permits will be available to house seasonal workers in Colac Otway again this summer, despite having zero applications last summer.
Bridge funding to rescue trail
Two more dangerous bridges on the Camperdown Timboon Rail Trail will get replacements, thanks to State Government funding.
Indecisive driver involved in highway crash
Motorists escaped serious injuries during a two-car crash at the Colac district’s “Blue Church” intersection at the weekend.
Rural Scene news in brief
A VFF and UDV election looms. Plus, read other news from the rural sector.
Water body seeks input
Barwon Water is seeking expressions of interest from people who are passionate about the environment to join an Environmental Advisory Committee.