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Council pay rise to cost $37,000
Colac Otway Shire Council will pay out an extra $37,000 to its councillors a year, with the shire’s deputy mayor set to earn the most generous increase.
Cressy turbines officially open
State politicians have toured a new wind farm near Cressy.
Letter to the editor
As we empathise with and support the folk to our north who are still dealing with severe flooding and its aftermath, we might also be reflecting on our own vulnerability to extreme weather events brought on by climate change.
Burnoffs set to pause after wet weather
Authorities have ignited a second planned burn near Carlisle River.
Council back in person
Community members can re-join council meetings as soon as next week, with Surf Coast Shire Council’s face-to-face meetings set to return on Tuesday.
Colac driver caught four times legal limit
A Colac drink driver caught driving at almost four times the legal alcohol limit in Colac has lost his car and his licence.
Surf Coast grants program applications open
Applications have opened for the Surf Coast Shire Council’s Small Grants program, to motivate community groups to bring their ideas to life through activities, projects and initiatives.
Eye to future with retinal technology
Imagine using your smartphone to instantly identify livestock in the paddock or down a race.