Articles tagged: State Government
Pill testing service aims for less harm
With festival season well underway, Colac and district community members are encouraged to make informed health decisions with the continuation of the State Government’s mobile pill testing trial.
Worker protection welcomed
Colac business owners have welcomed new laws that are set to protect customer-facing workers across Victoria.
Council road grant hopes
Colac Otway Shire Council is hoping to get funding for three road safety projects including an upgrade to a notorious Elliminyt intersection.
Last day to have say on housing
People have until today to provide feedback on a plan to rezone cemetery land to develop 50 social housing dwellings in Colac.
Housing feedback closing
People have until Monday to provide feedback on a plan to rezone cemetery land to develop 50 social housing dwellings in Colac.
State Treaty gives voice to First Peoples
First Peoples from across south-west Victoria have praised the latest historic step forward in the Statewide Treaty process, with the bill now becoming law across the state.
Feedback called for on renewable zones
Consultation is now open on Victoria’s proposed renewable energy zone orders, one of which includes a small part of the Colac Otway Shire.
Health divide for rural women
Experts have weighed in on a new State Government report into women’s pain, with a series of recommendations aimed at improving womens’ wellbeing across south-west Victoria.
Government refutes planning claim
The State Government has rejected claims that Traditional Owner groups will have approval power for most planning permits under a proposed overhaul.
Tiny towns take note: funds now available
Community groups in Colac district’s tiniest towns are encouraged to apply for their chance at a $50,000 government grant.
Colac Otway receives road safety grants
Two Colac and district applicants will receive a funding boost to benefit road users among the community.
Sports fund supporting local talent
Colac and district’s young sports stars can apply for vouchers to help pay for their sporting endeavours.
Apostles fee still possible
The State Government has not ruled out the potential for visitors having to pay to visit the Twelve Apostles.
Fees waived under new support
The State Government will roll out a new relief package for drought-affected farmers, including across Colac and district.
Newest nurses need places
A Colac district nursing student is calling on the community to sign a petition pushing for the State Government to make more graduating roles available, after students across the state missed out.
Concerns over state’s energy plan
Polwarth MP Richard Riordan has weighed in on the State Government’s new Victorian Transmission Plan, with concerns about transparency and future funding.
Shire features in renewable zone
A small portion of land at the northern end of the Colac Otway Shire is featured in a new proposed renewable energy zone.
No local disposal bin for machetes
The State Government has revealed locations for its machete safe disposal bins, with the closest bin for Colac Otway residents more than an hour away.
Stocking for future fishing thrills at crater lakes
Three of the district’s iconic crater lakes are getting filled with fish as part of a State Government initiative.
Councillors blast state waste hike
South-west councillors have expressed their anger over the State Government’s waste levy increase, with one council calling for the government to rethink its decision.
Local centres support changes
Childcare centres in Colac have welcomed new measures to boost child safety, including a personal phone ban.
Rate reduction a start, more support needed
A 40-per-cent rate reduction for farmers is a start but isn’t nearly enough, a dairy farmers representative says.
Yoorrook reports follow walk
The State Government has tabled the Yoorrook Justice Commission’s final reports this week, following a truth-telling walk that passed through Colac and district.
Violence support training
Colac and district residents who want to work in the family violence support sector will have the chance to complete a new, fully funded training pathway from next year.
