Articles tagged: State Governmemt
Bushfire inquiry stalled by watchdog
A promised independent inquiry into emergency management during the recent summer bushfires has been delayed, meaning potentially critical recommendations will come too late to guide preparations for the next fire season.
Tiny Town fund extended after crises
Colac and district community organisations have two more weeks to apply for financial support through the Tiny Towns Fund.
Proposed cap is a fair go
Colac and district ratepayers can expect council rate rises to stay at or below 2.75 per cent, with the State Government revealing the latest rates cap.
Government to phase out gas
The State Government’s new gas policy has been welcomed by environmental voices in the community, while others say it’s a wait-and-see situation.
MPs inquire into Games cancellation
Three Western Victoria MPs will serve on an inquiry into the 2026 Victorian Commonwealth Games cancellation.
Funding helps cover VET studies
Victoria is cutting the cost of Vocational Education and Training courses.
$15-million ag training boost
A new $15-million Agriculture TAFE and Training Fund will aim to boost training and employment activities in the agriculture sector across south-west Victoria and statewide.
Blowhole lookout receives funding increase
Plans are progressing for a whale-inspired lookout near Port Campbell, giving visitors an up-close view of the Shipwreck Coast.
New climate change statement
Victorian farmers and the State Government have pledged to work together to tackle carbon emissions in the industry and tackle the impacts of climate change.
Colac Legacy House gets upgrade grant
Colac Legacy House will receive a renovation thanks to a State Government grant.
Shade cash for region
Colac and district organisations will share in more than $25,000 to install shade facilities.
Lockdown compensation
Small businesses in the hospitality, tourism, events and creative industries that suffered due to last week’s COVID-19 lockdown can apply for State Government grants.
State funding for telehealth
South-west Victorians will receive specialist medical care sooner and closer to home with a boost to telehealth services.
LAW BOOST: $11 million for new Colac Police Station
THE COLAC community is celebrating the State Government’s commitment to spend $11.47 million on a new police station, replacing buildings dating back to the 1930s.
ROAD TO SOMEWHERE: Politicians take aim over ‘biased’ highway report
CORANGAMITE MP Sarah Henderson has slammed a “city-centric” study which failed to consider the Princes Highway’s vital role in Australia’s agriculture and tourism industries.
WHERE’S THE MONEY? Slow rebuild process frustrates fire victim
SEPARATION CREEK resident Peter Jacobs says he’s disappointed with the bushfire recovery process and the lack of support from authorities.
Colac water supply upgrade fast-tracked
BARWON WATER will connect Colac to Geelong’s water system two years earlier than planned.
Inquiry requested into quarry claim
BIRREGURRA landowners are pleased politicians have joined their fight to stop a proposed quarry development, and supported calls for an investigation into planning processes.
