Barwon Water
Winter rain ends restrictions
AUTHORITIES have lifted Colac and district’s water restrictions thanks to last week’s rain downpours.
Storages rise but restrictions remain
AUTHORITIES will wait for Colac and district to receive more rain before deciding whether to lift water restrictions.
Colac water plans on hold
BARWON Water has had to put on hold a plan to boost Colac’s water supply.
Water restrictions for Colac
COLAC will have water restrictions for the first time in five years as a dry autumn takes its toll on dwindling water storage levels.
Upgrade for ageing pipes
BARWON Water has started replacing nearly a kilometre of ageing water pipes in central Colac.
Bore water is sensible option
A LEADING groundwater expert says pumping a borefield is a “sensible” option to supply water for Colac, despite being the most unpopular option.
Six options for Colac water supply
A NEW Colac water supply will cost between $17 million and $90 million, and could involve cutting down native forest.