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A cute, furry surprise for gumboot hunter
While on the hunt for the Golden Gumboot, Colac 12-year-old Ellie White found something else.
Lorne out of lockdown
It was open sesame for Lorne on Monday, as a snap seven-day lockdown in Surf Coast Shire lifted just in time for picture-perfect spring weather.
Mobile reviver van coming
Federal funding will help volunteers revive drivers from Winchelsea to Warrnambool.
State hits shot milestone
Colac and district’s COVID restrictions have slightly eased today after Victoria reached a first-dose vaccination milestone.
Council seeks tender for sports ground lights
Time is running out for contractors to tender for sports lighting upgrades at four footy and cricket ovals across Colac and district.
Home fund for municipalities
Developers and landowners in Colac and district can apply to share in an $80-million State Government cash injection into social housing.
Rail work progress after delays
Colac’s rail line is set to start the second stage of a major upgrade later this year, paving the way for new modern trains on local services.
Lockdown harms tourism economy
Lorne’s latest lockdown has worsened an existing worker shortage at the coastal town, which traders fear could impact businesses into summer.