Otways

  • Experts explain need for burns

    An Otway forest scientist and fire management experts say fuel reduction burns are vital, and have acted to stamp out common misconceptions.

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  • Alpacas an ideal companion

    An enthusiastic couple in the Otway ranges specialise in breeding lustrous, friendly alpacas, and 60 are up for grabs.

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  • $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.

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  • 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.

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  • Been there, dunnart

    A survey in the Otways has discovered nine native mammal species, including two threatened species.

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  • Mixed reviews for Dandos upgrade plans

    Campers have given the thumbs-up to planned infrastructure improvements at Dando’s Campground but have reservations about improving access for heavy vehicles like caravans.

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  • Waterfalls will close for work

    Parks Victoria will close access to Otways attractions Triplet Falls and Little Aire Falls this month for roadworks ahead of Easter.

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  • Welcome return for fire team

    Colac’s fire Incident Control Centre was a hive of activity during Otways burnoffs this week, after being almost empty during planned burns last year.

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