State Government
CSC principal backs return-to-school plan
Colac Secondary College principal Shane Elevato says the State Government’s coronavirus roadmap provides more clarity on the return to the classroom, while prioritising the health of Colac district school communities.
Sports upgrade kicking goals
Deans Marsh Primary School will have a ball with upgraded sporting equipment, thanks to State Government funding.
Victoria tightens gun laws
Colac and district licensed firearms dealers and owners will face tougher rules for the use and storage of firearms, after the State Government proposed new legislation.
Victoria awaits decision on regional lockdown
Premier Daniel Andrews has reaffirmed his commitment to easing restrictions in regional Victoria possibly this week, as COVID-19 case numbers ease outside metropolitan Melbourne.
Dog ban part of camping trial
State authorities have tightened restrictions for the upcoming release of camping areas in privately leased Crown land river frontages.
No Crown land camping for region
The State Government is finalising new regulations to allow camping on Crown river frontages, but no Colac Otway rivers are currently under consideration.
Sports funding welcome
Colac’s mayor has welcomed recently announced State Government funding for technology upgrades at Colac and Birregurra sports grounds.
Colac workers help build jail
Colac residents are among people to find work building a new prison near Geelong.