Australia Day

  • Issue flagged in council policy

    Surf Coast Shire Council has delayed updating its flag flying policy, amid concerns flying the Aboriginal flag at half-mast on January 26 could breach national rules.

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  • Pedal power earns accolade

    Passionate cycling advocate Graham Gibson has spent decades promoting the health benefits of cycling, alongside firefighting and other volunteering riles.

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  • Water service earns honour for fuel man

    Former Colac businessman Robert Riordan says his decades of service on water and education boards stems from his sense of civic responsibility and community pride.

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  • Medal for ambulance volunteer

    A former long-term Colac resident has received an Order of Australia Medal, commending his community service.

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  • Australia Day off calendar at Surf Coast

    A Surf Coast Shire councillor has failed in a bid to reinstate the shire’s Australia Day celebrations.

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  • Australia Day event gone

    Surf Coast Shire Council will scrap celebratory events on January 26 from next year and acknowledge it as a day of mourning for First Nations peoples.

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  • Citizen award nominations

    Corangamite Shire Council has opened up nominations for its annual Australia Day awards.

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  • Consultation on future of Australia Day

    Colac Otway residents will be able to put forward their views on the future of Australia Day festivities in the shire, with councillors voting to consult the community on the matter.

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