News

  • Rural Scene news in brief

    Victoria has closed its border to bees from New South Wales, amid an incursion of the devastating pest varroa destructor. Plus, an earth mite warning, and a new product to cut livestock methane emissions.

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  • Letters to the editor

    Readers share their views on the issues of the day.

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  • REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

    Low-maintenance living, a convenient location and proximity to Lake Colac, the botanic gardens and Colac’s main street ensure this three-bedroom home at 22 Queen Street is sure to impress.

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  • Coastal parks quiet, but better than expected

    The winter school holidays have proven quiet for Colac and the Great Ocean Road, but occupancy is above the expected rate, exceeding pre-COVID numbers.

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  • New minister stops by

    Victoria’s new Agriculture Minister has visited a Larpent farm for a meet-and-greet with the Colac region’s agricultural community during her first week in the job.

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  • State medal for rescue crew

    Lorne surf lifesavers have taken out a medal on home shores in the Inflatable Rescue Boat state championship.

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  • Minister responds too late

    A Colac MP has slammed Victoria’s retiring Health Minister for finally responding to letters – as he walks out the door.

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  • Funding set for new loos

    A Colac public toilet revamp will get a million-dollar funding boost, with COPACC’s Civic Hall also set to benefit.

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