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Letters to the Editor
Ratepayer feels shame As a ratepayer of the shire and a farmer I was disgusted to hear the ABC Country hour description of the hurdles being placed in the way of delivery of drought fodder to King Island through Apollo Bay by our council. King Island is currently experiencing its worst drought in 100 years. […]
Reflecting on friends, family
Not only are Alwyn Williamson and Val Roberts fellow Colac High School alumni, they went on to become sisters in-law, but more than anything, they’re good friends.
Corporation is about inclusion
For decades, Traditional Owners Richard and Peter Collopy have helped speak for Colac and the coast. Now, a new entity will help protect the right to teach others about connection to Country.
Schools combine to hit a high note
A growing partnership between young musicians from Colac and Apollo Bay hit another high note during a Combined Band Workshop with schools from the district.
Residents all aboard Birregurra train event
A model train day at the Birregurra Railway Station raised more than $1000 for the restoration of the historic building.
King Island-Apollo Bay Port access fight continues
A Tasmanian peak farming body says Colac Otway Shire Council is blocking critical drought-relief hay from being shipped out of Apollo Bay.
Concern about aged care review information
Colac Otway Shire councillors have shared concerns about the lack of information publicly available about its aged and disability services review.
News in Brief
Colac man returns to court A Colac man currently in custody for allegedly threatening to kill his former housemates will return to court in June. The man faced Geelong Magistrates’ Court this week for multiple charges, with his lawyer Tom Edwards seeking a sentence indication. The man was denied bail in February due to the […]