Articles tagged: Gellibrand
Big fund boost for tiny towns
District community groups, including in fire-affected areas of the Otways, say a new funding boost will make a world of difference for key projects in their tiny towns.
Free clothing brings joy to Otways residents following fires
A mobile wardrobe initiative has wrapped up its disaster relief efforts at Gellibrand, with new clothing bringing joy to residents who have been affected by the region’s bushfires.
Gellibrand residents connect
Gellibrand and Kawarren residents have come together for a special celebration day, reuniting the community in the wake of summer’s devastating bushfires.
Gellibrand calf Buddy sells for $6K in fundraiser
After two years of hand-rearing his calf, eight-year-old Luke Williams has said a bittersweet goodbye to Buddy, raising $6000 for the hospital that has cared for him since birth.
Volunteers continue rebuilding properties
Volunteers are continuing to assist bushfire-affected properties at Gellibrand with the recovery phase.
Meeting for community’s future
The recently formed Gellibrand Community Recovery Group is calling on residents to share their thoughts and participate in the town’s fire recovery process.
BlazeAid working to restore fencing in Otways
A volunteer labour force has set up camp at Gellibrand to help rebuild fences on fire affected properties.
Gellibrand businesses welcoming visitors to region
Gellibrand business owners have reminded community members and visitors that they are ready to welcome customers, as operations return to normal following the Otways bushfires.
Liquor licence fee relief for Otways venues following bushfires
Gellibrand River Hotel co-owner Dorthe Koorn says “every bit helps” amid this week’s State Government announcement of waiving and refunding liquor licence fees for bushfire-affected businesses.
Couple’s resilience after fire, prepared to rebuild
Despite losing their home in unimaginable circumstances, long-time Gellibrand residents John and Jean Cochrane are finding the resilience to rebuild among a community they love.
Fire threat cancels Gellibrand music festival
The Gellibrand Blues Festival has been cancelled for the second year in row due to the ongoing bushfire threat.
Tense time for Gellibrand family
Gellibrand resident Nicole Williams says it was a “miracle” that her family’s home and livestock were saved as bushfire activity surrounded their property.
Blueberry battle at fire front
By the time the worst of the fire was over on Tuesday, it had consumed bush on three sides of Wayne Knight’s blueberry farm at Gellibrand.
Resilience at Gellibrand
Chris Smith is one of many landowners who spent a scorching Tuesday defending their property from fire in Gellibrand.
NOT OVER: Otways bushfire threatens properties
High heat across the weekend has caused the Carlisle River bushfire to jump containment lines, with the burn area in the Otways now reaching 8500 hectares.
Park owners hand over the keys after 25 years
The Gellibrand community will welcome new owners to the town’s caravan park, with long-serving proprietors officially handing over the keys this week.
Record Blackfish in Gellibrand River
Recent surveys of the Gellibrand River show growing population of fish species.
Sixteen years of Siren Sunday
Every Sunday morning the Gellibrand River Store fills with laughter, conversation and friendship.
Heat stops tomorrow’s entertainment
Gellibrand River’s Blues and Blueberry Festival is keeping safety at the forefront of the event, despite disappointment that tomorrow’s musical performances had to be cancelled due to extreme temperatures.
Gellibrand campfire incident leaves injury
An incident at a Gellibrand campground over the weekend has been attributed to “alcohol and stupidity”.
Two injured during Gellibrand rollover
A car rollover at Gellibrand left two people injured on the weekend, with crews also attending an accident on the Great Ocean Road.
Renewed calls for fire refuge
Otways community members have raised renewed concerns about where they can go on a fire danger day, after a bushfire on the weekend left some locals “confused” about their options.
Treatment plant upgrade improves efficiency
A new water treatment plant at Gellibrand is taking shape, and is set to be more efficient and bushfire-tough.
Tree-fall victims visiting from interstate
A man who died during Wednesday’s severe weather conditions when a tree fell on the vehicle he was driving at Gellibrand was visiting from New South Wales.
