Articles tagged: Business
Fast road work pleases trader
A COLAC business owner who raised concerns about highway duplication plans has praised contractors for completing the roadwork in less than half the scheduled time.
Price of petrol a concern
FEDERAL Small Business Minister Bruce Bilson has told companies supplying fuel to Colac “you are on notice, we are watching you”.
New initiative aims to create 1000 Colac jobs
A REGIONAL program to tackle disadvantage aims to create up to 1000 jobs within a decade for Colac people.
Colac furniture store closes after 50 years
COLAC furniture retailer Budget will close its doors next month after almost 50 years in business, with seven employees to lose their jobs.
Colac fuel prices feature in federal report, but no official finding
COLAC fuel price campaigner Phil Edge is pleased Colac petrol prices gained a mention in a Federal Government competition law review.
Unemployment rate improves for Colac
OLAC’S Lori-Grace Stephens was one of almost 100 people who contributed to a drop in the city’s unemployment rate after finding work late last year.
Councillors approve $3-million Forrest brewery
A more than $3-million dollar development at Forrest is a step closer to reality for brewery owners Matt and Sharon Bradshaw.
$6-million upgrade for AKD Softwoods
ONE of Colac’s largest employers is set to increase timber production, announcing a $6-million project at its Irrewarra mill.
Investments in Colac valued at $60 million
COLAC and district businesses are planning investments and expansions worth a collective $60 million.
Fuel-price watchdog set for investigation
A FEDERAL business watchdog will look into petrol pricing in three rural areas, but is yet to reveal whether Colac will be part of the inquiry.
Minister recognises fuel price disparity
CORANGAMITE MP Sarah Henderson has called on petrol retailers to end a fuel price disparity in Colac and is pushing a federal minister to take action.
‘Scary ramifications’ from high fuel prices
COLAC’S Mark Stevens says the city’s high fuel prices have “scary ramifications” for residents, traders and tradespeople.
Experienced business owner leads awards
COLAC OTWAY Business Awards co-ordinator Melanesia Carson will bring four years’ experience and a unique insight to her new role.
Colac unemployment rises to 8.4 per cent
COLAC’S jobless rate has surged to 8.4 per cent, higher than state and national jobless rates.
$6.2-million upgrade for Colac timber company
AKD SOFTWOODS is preparing to start a $6.2-million redevelopment of its Colac site with the construction of new continuous drying kilns and boilers.
Lamb company is Colac Otway’s top business
AUSTRALIAN Lamb Company Colac has another reason to celebrate after taking out the Business Excellence Award at this year’s Powercor Colac Otway Business Awards.
Award for Herald’s advertising manager
COLAC’S top employee Jake Veale says the recognition would help motivate him to continue working hard.
Broadband boost for district
COLAC district residents and businesses are a step closer to superfast broadband internet with community consultation starting for the construction of 11 new fixed wireless towers.
Business owners and employees join celebration
A “BROAD spectrum” of Colac and district businesses and employees will vie for regional awards this weekend.
Colac jobs boosted after cash injection
A $22-MILLION expansion and export program at Australian Lamb Company Colac is set to create up to 200 jobs over the next three years.
Massive expansion for Colac lamb processor
POLITICIANS will converge on Colac today to announce a multi-million-dollar boost to fund a massive expansion of Australian Lamb Company’s meat processing plant.
Parking proposal causing concern
A COLAC motel owner says Vic-Roads’ proposal to change the Princes Highway between Bruce and Queen streets will impact businesses and residents.
Winchelsea business pays price for roadwork delay
A WINCHELSEA business owner says delays in the Princes Highway duplication are harming her business.
Jobs boost in Colac with factory project
A NEW Colac factory will create at least 10 full-time jobs after Colac Otway Shire councillors approved the company’s planning permit.
