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Dozens of trees fall in storm
Wind storms have toppled scores of trees across Colac and district, keeping emergency crews busy through the night.
State service honour for Cobden councillor
Corangamite Shire councillor Jo Beard says being an accessible public figure can be taxing at times, but it’s worth the effort.
Support a godsend for patient
After a breast cancer diagnosis in February, 20 weeks of chemotherapy, surgery to remove a tumour and upcoming daily radiation for five weeks, Colac’s Yolande Miraglia says she’s one of the lucky ones.
ALC sale won’t impact staff
The $400-million sale of the Australian Lamb Company to foreign investors will have no impact on Colac’s workers, the company says.
Drop-off for flood rubbish
Colac Otway residents cleaning up after floods have until the end of October to dispose of flood waste free of charge at council transfer stations.
Letters to the editor
COVID responses, tips to cut energy use, and backing for a Polwarth election candidate feature in today’s letters.
Lake Colac silt finds new life in ceramics
Ceramics artist Rachel Kettle has created stunning works from Lake Colac’s silt, and is pushing for the formation of a group to further explre the concept of cleaning the lake’s silt while fostering artists.
Brewing up useful skills
Young people from across Surf Coast Shire have “brewed up” new work-ready skills as baristas and food handlers, thanks to free courses at Lorne and Winchelsea through Surf Coast Shire Council.