Federal Government
District industries receive $4M boost
COLAC businesses have received a boost after the Federal Government announced almost $4 million in grants to help create 40 new jobs for Colac and district.
Colac district’s unemployment at five-year low
COLAC and district’s unemployment rate has dropped to a five-year low and Colac’s mayor says the future is bright, with more jobs growth to come.
Broadband network spreads in district
THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT has announced more towns in Colac district will be a part of the National Broadband Network’s rollout schedule.
New mobile towers lift phone coverage
EIGHT new mobile phone base stations across Colac Otway Shire will give people living in black spots access to mobile coverage.
More delays for Princes Highway upgrade work
CORANGAMITE MP Sarah Henderson is demanding a review into VicRoads’ management of the Princes Highway duplication after a delay to the project’s completion date.
MP supports marriage equality
MARRIAGE equality supporters have praised Corangamite’s Liberal MP Sarah Henderson for backing marriage equality and a conscience vote for Coalition parliamentarians.
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”.
Legendary singer calls for veteran support
ENTERTAINER Normie Rowe has talked about the need for increased support for modern-day war veterans during a visit to Colac.