Water
Colac businesses start water study
THREE major Colac businesses will study how they can cut water use, thanks to a State Government grant.
Authority allocates $7M for Colac plant upgrade
BARWON Water will spend $39 million on capital works during the next five years, including a $7-million upgrade of Colac’s sewage treatment plant.
Scientists warn of water contamination
SCIENTISTS have warned Colac district residents of potential waterways contamination due to soil acidification.
Colac soaks up five Olympic pools
COLAC’S water use has surged in this week’s scorching heat, with the city using more than five Olympic swimming pools of water each day.
Red tape hurting economy
AN Otways business owner says a “crazy” building permit process is preventing growth and hurting the Colac district economy.
Water concerns stop Otways developments
A WATER authority is stopping people from building in the Otways, in a move to protect Warrnambool’s water supply.
Lake rises but needs more rain
LAKE Colac’s water level has risen 13 centimetres in the past two months.
Winter rain ends restrictions
AUTHORITIES have lifted Colac and district’s water restrictions thanks to last week’s rain downpours.