News
CFA seeks out exceptional volunteers
The Country Fire Authority is seeking nominations for the Spirit of CFA Awards, recognising the outstanding achievements and contributions of firefighters to their communities.
Letters to the editor
Australia Day, vaccinations and climate change continue to be hot topics for letter writers.
Businesses to get shopfront money
Almost 40 Corangamite Shire businesses across seven towns have had a money boost to revitalise their shopfronts, thanks to a Corangamite Shire Council initiative.
Wild weather closes gates on Otways track
Severe weather and a series of landslips have closed a popular Otways road for urgent repairs.
Lifejacket rule raised for rock fishing
Lorne rock fishers might have to wear life jackets as part of a two-year trial.
Volunteer avoids conviction for violence
A dedicated Daylesford district volunteer has escaped a conviction at Colac’s court after pleading guilty to family violence charges.
Tier two sites a thing of the past for Victorians
Victorians will no longer receive a text message if they have been to a tier two COVID-19 exposure site, Barwon Health says.
Maintenance trips allowed
Melbournians who own properties within a bushfire zone in Colac Otway Shire can now apply to visit the properties to get them ready for fire season.