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Community request for road fix
Hundreds of petitioners are calling for urgent action to fix a notorious south-west road “to prevent injury or death”.
Colac West learning outdoors
Colac West Primary School students headed out to Kawarren’s Birnam Station during Landcare Week to participate in their weekly nature school program.
Nick plans for positive outcomes
Bringing people together to achieve positive outcomes for the Colac Otway Shire is the focus of Nick Lang as he enters the race to become a councillor.
Known sex offender avoids jail
A Colac sex offender has escaped a prison sentence after failing to notify authorities about his contact with a teenager.
Beach safety pair do Bay proud
Apollo Bay surf lifesaving officials say having two young leaders nominated for major awards in beach safety speaks volumes of the club’s culture.
Champ to share riding journey
An Australian carriage driving champion will headline Riding for the Disabled Colac’s major fundraiser.
Morning therapy for Bay “Plonkers”
Brave, bold and plain crazy are words that come to light when passersby watch on in awe as Apollo Bay locals plunge into the ocean for their morning dip in the depths of winter.
Council calls on Birregurra community for a chat
Calling all Birregurra residents! Colac Otway Shire Council’s community conversation session is dropping in to Birre on Monday and they want to hear from you.