Politics

  • Group supports independents

    An independent lobby group is taking to the kitchen table to answer that age old question: what does Wannon want?

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  • Ex-politician dies aged 72

    Former Federal minister and Colac-district farmer Peter Reith has died aged 72.

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  • Fifth candidate nominates for Wannon poll

    The Liberal Democrats have unveiled small business owner Amanda Mead as their candidate for the seat of Wannon at this year’s federal election.

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  • Gas plan approval angers Vic Greens

    The Victorian Greens have taken aim at a decision to allow gas drilling near the 12 Apostles, but the State Government insists exploration is safe and essential for Victoria’s economy.

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  • Colac MP wins new portfolios

    Polwarth MP Richard Riordan has won a promotion to the frontbench following the State Opposition’s cabinet reshuffle.

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  • Federal election unlikely in 2021

    Voters shouldn’t expect a federal election this year, a Colac district elections expert says.

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  • Eurack-born MP makes history

    The weekend’s federal election was labelled an election of shocks, which was no exception for former Eurack woman Helen Haines.

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  • Hire companies will act on tourists, if law makes them

    Hire car companies will “happily” introduce changes if the State Government makes them compulsory, Colac’s MP says.

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