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  • Get your displays up for lights competition

    The annual Colac Herald and MixxFM Christmas Lights Competition launches today, and organisers are hoping for this year to be the biggest ever.

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  • Debate brewing around bottle-o

    A big-name bottle shop has plans to open in Apollo Bay’s main trade promenade, sparking discussion among residents.

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  • Prices and quality impress at market

    Colac’s 260-head weekly cattle sale stunned livestock agents with strong prices and high-quality cattle.

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  • Community say on local fire breaks

    Consultation is underway for planned new fuel breaks around bushfire-prone Otways communities.

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  • Council pondering worker camping permit system

    Proposed temporary worker accommodation permits would let workers camp or reside at homes and businesses within Colac Otway Shire.

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  • COVID hampers club events

    Colac Evening VIEW Club has highlighted the impact COVID-19 has had on community clubs, as they push through challenges that continue to hamper clubs and their events.

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  • Authorities near finish on new Bay path

    Say goodbye to sketchy Great Ocean Road pedestrians – nearly 500 metres of washed away path at Apollo Bay will be back online early next month, authorities say.

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  • Garden inspiration for textile creator

    Colac textile artist Fiona Jellie can sew just about anything, creating delicate and detailed projects from repurposed decorative pieces.

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