Federal Government
Government cash will help families
COLAC and district families are receiving a Federal Government financial boost this month before the start of the new school year.
Hospital facing job cuts
COLAC’S hospital board says it could axe services and jobs unless the Federal Government reverses a $255,000 funding cut.
Health funding cuts could force Colac Hospital to cut staff
A FEDERAL Government plan to slash health funding could cost Colac’s hospital $300,000 and force it to cut its services and staff numbers.
Medical clinics turn to people power
COLAC’S medical clinics are calling for “people power” to help with the city’s doctor shortage.
Government delays hurt youth health hub
A NEW Colac youth health centre is losing money every day due to government delays.
Gay anger at marriage refusal
A COLAC district woman in a same-sex relationship says she is shocked Federal parliament failed to legalise same-sex marriage this week.
TAFE cuts threaten VET studies
COLAC and district students could lose training courses because of State Government budget cuts.
MP guarantees school funding will rise
CORANGAMITE MP Darren Cheeseman says claims Colac district schools could lose more than $1 million in federal funding are part of an Opposition scare campaign.