Environment
$6-million package for Otways environment
Protecting native bandicoots and potoroos as well as controlling feral deer, pig, cats and foxes is the focus on a new $6-million Otways initiative.
Online project against weeds
The Wye to Wongarra Landcare Group has created a video to inform the Otways community about some of the area’s most noxious weeds.
Cleaning chemical registration required
The Environment Protection Authority has reminded clothing cleaning companies of a new law requiring them to have registration.
Garden cash support for area schools
Two Colac and district primary schools have received $1000 grants to help students enhance native habitats, improve food production and boost education.
Renewables will power Surf Coast street lights
Surf Coast Shire Council is one of 46 Victorian councils to sign a new emissions reduction agreement that will power its street lights and facilities with 100-per-cent renewables.
Endangered bandicoots arrive at Apollo Bay
Six endangered southern brown bandicoots have arrived at their new home at Apollo Bay’s Wildlife Wonders.
Young people lead litter clean-up
Colac and district students and community members have done their bit for the environment during Clean Up Australia Day activities.
HEROES FOR HABITATS: Farms protect vital vegetation
Tony Webber and Claire Dennis are among Colac district farmers using covenants to protect native vegetation on their farms.