State Government
State could privatise Colanda centre jobs
THE DISABILITY workers union says it’s disgusted with a State Government decision which could see almost 200 jobs at Colac’s Colanda Centre privatised.
District industries receive $4M boost
COLAC businesses have received a boost after the Federal Government announced almost $4 million in grants to help create 40 new jobs for Colac and district.
Minister prioritises police station
VICTORIA’S Police and Corrections Minister says he will prioritise the replacement or upgrade of the Colac Police Station after visiting the dated building.
Courthouse attack highlights building’s failings
A MAN will face court early next year after allegedly smashing a window at the Colac Magistrate’s Court this week, in an incident highlighting a need for better security facilities at the court.
New MP outlines hopes for electorate
POLWARTH’S new MP Richard Riordan described his electorate as a place of “opportunity and hope” during his maiden speech to parliament.
By-election vote count completed
THE VICTORIAN Electoral Commission declared Richard Riordan as the winner of the Polwarth by-election after officials finished counting votes yesterday.
Candidates reflect on election
POLWARTH voters are still waiting for the official results of the by-election, but Richard Riordan is still the clear winner.
Minister refuses exclusion zone
COLAC DISTRICT wildlife carers have welcomed a government commitment to review culling permit procedures to ensure they are consulted before neighbours receive licences to kill native wildlife.