News

  • Rural Scene news in brief

    Tracing for primary industry, farm safety in schools, and a gap year boost to the workforce feature in today’s Rural Scene.

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  • REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

    This substantial family home at 65 Ryans Lane, Coragulac, is only three years old and offers timeless appeal along with sweeping views of the surrounding district. 

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  • Shire’s newest citizens celebrate

    Colac Otway Shire has welcomed its five newest Australians at a citizenship ceremony in Colac.

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  • Driver caught on quiet day

    A Tarneit speed demon has kept his wheels by a fraction, while Colac road police have praised most other motorists across the public holiday.

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  • Anglers hooked on contest

    Anglers have once more turned out in droves to the shores of Lake Purrumbete, with a Colac fisher taking out the big prize.

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  • Strong interest in Forrest park

    Colac Otway Shire Council says it is pleased with its options for potential lessees of the Forrest Caravan Park.

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  • Blaze is difficult to reach

    Firefighters have battled for the past two days to contain a slow-moving grass fire in inaccessible country west of Colac.

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  • High bacteria readings remain for Lake Colac

    Water quality tests have found that recreational activities such as boating are safe for Lake Colac, but bacteria levels remain too high for swimming.

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