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Emergency is no longer on wishlist
Colac Area Health says it is not seeking to upgrade its urgent care centre to an emergency ward, despite the centre’s activity and demand impacting on its infrastructure and workforce.
Pat’s Chevrolet passion runs deep
The loan of a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air car to Pat Davis’s family in the 1990s sparked a desire in the then-5-year-old to one day own his very own.
Drummer boy hits right note
A Deans Marsh drummer who received state recognition for his top Year 12 performance has praised his music teachers, as he returns to his school to share his talent with the next generation of musicians.
New paramedics in Colac
Colac and Winchelsea will welcome three new paramedics, as part of a boost to Victoria’s ambulance services.
Donations welcomed for charity
Colac people can help end period poverty by donating to this month’s Share the Dignity drive.
Region records below-average rainfall in July
Colac and the Otways had a slightly drier July this year, with local weather stations recording below-average rainfall for the month.
Waste trial is book-and-collect
Colac Otway Shire Council wants to try out a book-and-collect hard waste service over the coming months.
Polwarth candidate hits city street beat
Labor’s candidate for Polwarth has kicked off her grassroots campaign in Colac, canvassing the community ahead of November’s state election.