Deakin University
From no degree to doctorate
Deakin University has acknowledged Otways musician David Bridie with an honorary doctorate.
Colac Otway waits for project funding
Colac Otway Shire Council is awaiting the finalisation of a funding agreement to start creating a blueprint for future housing delivery in regional communities.
Barwon episodes above state rate
Rates of seclusion episodes in the Barwon region have reached almost three times the statewide rate, data reveals.
Leaders and experts talk healthy habits
Colac has played host to health experts and researchers this week for a meeting around improving nutrition-related health outcomes in the community.
Soil improvement focus for research
South-west Victorian farmers can join a new research program looking at ways to improve their soil health.
Double delight for graduate
Colac’s Jasmine Tippins is eager to begin a double university degree after being among more than 60,000 Victorian students to receive a university offer.
Colac expert leading the way
Colac’s Tamara Holmes will lead the next generation of south-west Victorian social workers, as she heads up Deakin University Warrnambool’s new social work course.
Scientists drilling down on Lake Colac’s pollution
Microplastics and pharmaceuticals polluting Lake Colac have drawn the attention of two scientists for their doctoral research.
