Animals
Homeless roo falls victim to state policy
A STATE GOVERNMENT decision to issue a licence to kill eastern grey kangaroos has forced wildlife carers to leave an orphaned joey at Colac’s government offices.
Relocation and desexing for Cape Otway koalas
WILDLIFE officers will relocate or desex Cape Otway koalas during an assessment starting Monday, and will put down sick koalas.
Furry tourist enjoys break at Port Campbell
AN AUSTRALIAN sea lion has been “hanging out” at Port Campbell beach this week.
Plan to find homes for koalas
AN OTWAYS wildlife conservationist has welcomed the State Government’s commitment to help protect Victoria’s koalas.
Pet dog loses leg in vicious Warrion mauling
A VICIOUS dog attack has robbed a pet of her leg and shaken her elderly owners.
Vicious back yard dog attack shocks pet owner
AN UNPROVOKED dog attack at a Colac district property has left a dog fighting for its life.
Farmer fined $20,000 over starving animals
A FORMER Colac district farmer has lost $20,000 in fines after failing to properly feed and maintain his herd of 150 cattle.
Health check for Cape Otway’s controversial koalas
A COLAC district conservationist said she welcomes a State Government plan to tackle koala overpopulation at Cape Otway.