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Worst year on record for rain
Irrewarra farmer John Martin says there were winners and losers for the 2024 rainfall season, with his farming properties hit with what he described as “his worst year on record”.
Trial receives 600 samples
Officials tested more than 600 drug samples at a music festival in Colac district, the State Government says.
Blaze burns 15 hectares at Irrewarra
A Colac district fire captain has praised local brigades and helicopter support for controlling an Irrewarra grass fire.
Trio charged over alcohol syndicate
Three men have been charged over their alleged involvement in an alcohol theft syndicate where more than $130,000 in liquor was stolen from stores around Victoria including Colac.
Yards prepared for largest sale
The biggest weaner sale of the year is set to return to Colac this week, with an expectation of quality pulling in buyers from beyond Victoria’s borders.
Man dies at Otways recreational course
Police will prepare a report for the coroner following the death of a man on Possum Ridge Road at Yeodene.
Connected through night sky
The stunning aurora australis gracing Colac and district skies has a special significance for Vicki Garner.
Paths star in budget proposals
Hard waste, more footpaths and even a 50-metre pool are being floated as potential budget ideas for Colac Otway.
