News

  • New COVID cases for district

    The Colac district recorded four new cases of COVID-19 yesterday.

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  • End of an era for Forrest shop

    The owner of Forrest General Store has sold the business after more than seven years at the helm and says she’s leaving it “in great hands”.

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  • Positivity helps George thrive

    More than a year after a life-changing, rare health diagnosis, Colac’s George Maddern is thriving.

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  • Toilet strategy on agenda

    Residents and ratepayers could soon have a say on Colac Otway Shire’s first Public Toilet Strategy, with loos at Lake Colac and Apollo Bay on the high-priority list.

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  • Environment funding for coast groups

    Two Otways coast community groups have received State Government funding for environmental rehabilitation projects.

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  • Rural Scene news in brief

    A warning about pleurisy in sheep, weed control advice, a crop update and a reminder about insect pests feature in today’s Rural Scene.

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  • Regional rail boom is full steam ahead

    Upgrades to Colac’s rail line forged ahead this month during a construction blitz.

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  • REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

    This serene retreat at 89 Rifle Butts Road, Colac, boasts a discreetly opulent residence among pristine gardens.

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