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Stylish fashion on display
Mercy Place Colac residents Doris Robbins and Bill Boylan have bragging rights as the best dressed at the aged-care home’s Oaks Day celebrations.
Boost for Otways brigade
Gellibrand Fire Brigade captain Tony Robertson says a new vehicle for the brigade is a win for the brigade and, most importantly, the community.
Vaccine rule for visitors to care home
All visitors to Mercy Place Colac must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, after its provider Mercy Health made a carefully considered decision to protect residents and staff.
Camping plan to address worker shortage
Surf Coast Shire residents have had their say on a proposed local law change that would allow seasonal workers to camp in back yards during summer.
Colac Otway kicks off glass recycling system
Colac Otway’s new era for recycling begins next week when purple-lid glass bins go to the kerb for the first time.
Most health workers meet vax mandate
All staff at Lorne, Apollo Bay and Winchelsea’s health services are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, while Colac Area Health continues to work with staff members who are unvaccinated.
Quiet sale preceeds exciting December
Colac Regional Saleyards had up to 140 head of cattle on offer at its weekly sale, with strong prices for bullocks.
Regional business groups join forces for local issues
Colac and Apollo Bay’s chambers of commerce have signed on as founding members of a new regional Victorian business union.