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Vet looks after injured eagle
A wedge-tailed eagle might not be the typical patient for Colac vet David Broomfield, but that’s exactly what landed on his table over the weekend.
Farmers need zero-interest loans
The federal Opposition is calling on the government to “step up to the plate” and reinstate interest-free loans to support drought-stricken farmers in Western Victoria.
Finding heart during hardship
Colac’s Rich Symons will never forget the vital support he received during his time being homeless – and now, he volunteers to assist others in similar situations.
Councils continuing to support older residents
Corangamite and Surf Coast councils say they are continuing to support ageing residents despite having exited the delivery of care services.
Group stages peaceful protest
An action group says it is not responsible for a graffiti attack on Wannon MP Dan Tehan’s office, while the group staged a peaceful protest yesterday.
Colac EV project is big investment
Public electric vehicle charging sites like the one proposed in Colac’s Bromfield Street could cost more than the average home in the city.
Burns manage fuel loads
Planned burns are continuing to take place across the Colac Otway region as part of a fuel management program.
Iconic motorcycle continuing to purr
Fifty years ago, Honda released its iconic 1000cc Gold Wing motorcycle. The very first bike registered in Australia was owned by Colac’s Graeme Creighton, who proudly reports that it’s still purring today.
