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Here is what is making news for July 20, 2025.==========================================================Work is underway in Apollo Bay and Skenes Creek to restore native coastal landscapes. The Central Zone Revegetation Project will run over the next three to five years, replacing degraded grasslands with indigenous plant species from the Otway Ranges. Sections of sand fencing are also being repla...

Here is what is making news for June 18, 2025.===========================Bulla has raised its opening milk price following feedback from South west farmers and a review of current conditions across Colac-Otway and Corangamite regions. After initially setting prices on June 2, the company has added another 30 cents per litre, bringing the range to between $8.70 and $9.50.===========================...

Here is what is making news for June 18, 2025===========================Bluewater Colac is gearing up for a major gym upgrade, with all equipment getting an overhaul and new additions on the way. The centre will be the first gym in Australia to install the Matrix Upper Body Cycle, plus an assault runner and a 10-bed Reformer Pilates space. =====================================================...

Here is what is making news for June 17, 2025.==============================A historic bluestone cottage in Camperdown with history dating back to 1845 has been destroyed after a blaze ripped through the building. The fire occurred at about 1.30pm on Saturday, with CFA Crews called to the property on Foxhow Road north of Camperdown. ============================================================Farme...

Here is what is making news for June 16, 2025/==========================Farmers in southwest Victoria will benefit from a new Drought Freight Network, making it easier to transport fodder and grain. Developed with Agriculture Victoria and the Victorian Farmers Federation, the network allows two-trailer road trains to carry up to 84 tonnes — a 15-tonne increase — with permits processed...

Here is what is making news for June 13, 2025.=======================Australian Dairy Farmers president and Pomborneit farmer Ben Bennett is urging governments to deliver urgent drought relief for South West Victoria’s dairy farmers. He says farmers face a cash crunch as feed supplies dwindle and milk prices soften, calling for freight subsidies, cash grants, and support for importing stock-...

Here is what is making news for June 12, 2026.=======================The Colac Otway Shire is celebrating the huge success of this year’s Youth Art Competition. Fifty young artists who live, study or work in the region submitted entries, showcasing talent across sculpture, photography, digital art, painting and drawing. ==============================================The Colac Area Health Foun...

Here is what is making news for June 11, 2025.========================The bureau of meteorology has released statistics regarding the weekends rainfall across the South West. BoM's Daniel Sherwin-Simpson says the states regions such as the South west saw much needed rain. ================================================Anam Cara Colac is calling for help as demand for its palliative and respite ca...

Here is what is making news for June 06, 2025. ======================================Camperdown is in the spotlight as a finalist in the Small Town category of the 2025 VTIC Top Tourism Town awards. It follows in the footsteps of nearby Timboon, which won gold last year.  ======================================Time is running out for Corangamite Shire residents to have their say on several key...

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Here is what is making news for May 29, 2025.===================Agriculture Victoria is reminding livestock producers across Colac-Otway and Corangamite Shires to consider the condition of animals under your care before transporting them. The prompt comes amid drought and difficult conditions as producers consider destocking. ======================================The Australian Property Institute...

Here is what is making news for May 28, 2025.========================As winter approaches with a wave of unprecedented illness, south west families are reminded that health is a shared responsibility. Flu cases are up 25 per cent compared to this time last year, with Colac Area Health's Fiona Brew urging locals to get their flu jab. ================================================Australia's newly...

Here is what is making news for May 27, 2025.===================A motorcyclist has died following a tragic crash in Colac West on Sunday. Police say a red Mazda CX3 collided with a motorbike on the Princes Highway near Corangamite Lake Road just after 11:30am. ======================================The Community Reference Group for the Point Grey redevelopment in Lorne has slammed GORCAPA’s h...

Here is what is making news for May 26, 2025.========================Anglesea residents are being invited to help shape the town’s future through a new community plan supported by the Surf Coast Shire. Locals can share their ideas in person at the Anglesea Bowling Club on June 18, or online at  yoursay.surfcoast.vic.gov.au  until June 24. ===========================================...

Here is what is making news for May 23, 2025.====================================Rebekah Codling was one of many who received their Australian citizenship at a COPACC Ceremony yesterday. She says it's an honour to be recognised as an Australian citizen. (web) ====================================A Colac local has captured the cosmos — and global attention. Photographer Brent Martin has b...

Here is what is making news for May 22, 2025==================================================Corangamite Shire Council has extended the deadline for public feedback on its Draft Council Plan 2025–2029 and other key strategies. Residents now have until 5pm, Sunday 8 June to share their thoughts. ==================================================The Great Ocean Road has officially been c...

Here is what is making news for May 21st, 2025.============================================Colac West was pleased to receive a funding boost of $10.2 million dollars to modernise facilities after the State budget was announced yesterday. State Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney was in Colac yesterday to bring the good news to the community. ============================================This N...

Here is what is making news on May 20, 2025.====================Colac Area Health Foundation’s Golf Day is back on May 23rd, with a couple of team spots still available.   Colac Area Health's Ami Hillage says a fun afternoon on the green that’s raised over $125,000 since 2014 to support local healthcare.==================== ====================Corangamite Shire Council is calling...

Here is what is making news for May 19, 2025.==========================================Residents across THE COLAC OTWAY are urged to stay alert as a wave of scam messages pretending to be from Australia Post spreads nationwide. The fake texts and emails claim a parcel couldn’t be delivered and try to trick people into clicking malicious links. ==========================================Corang...

Here is what is making news for May 14, 2025.====================Colac Area Health Foundation’s Golf Day is back on May 23rd, with team and sponsorship packages now available.   Colac Area Health's Ami Hillage says a fun afternoon on the green that’s raised over $125,000 since 2014 to support local healthcare.========================================Paramedics in Victoria’s B...

Here is what is making news for May 15, 2025.====================With national walk to school day this Friday, next week Colac primary schools will be promoting walking to school safely. Colac Police's Stephanie Ward says it's a great way to promote road safety and a healthy, environmentally friendly alternative way to get to schools.==================== ====================Two new community surve...

Here is what is making news for May 13, 2025.====================A 300-hectare burn  seven kilometres south east of Barwon Downs was undertaken yesterday by Forest Fire Management Victoria. Deeca says the burn aimed to develop fuel-reduced areas of sufficient width and continuity to reduce the speed and intensity of bushfires. ========================================220,000 dollars in grants...

===================Corangamite Shire Council is offering support for sport and rec facility upgrades through its Facility Design Grants Program. Mayor Kate Makin says round two applications must be in by Monday 19 May. ======================================The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA) is inviting the community to have its say on the future of Apollo Bay Harbour with the...

Here is what is making news for May 2, 2025.=======================Four new paramedics have joined Ambulance Victoria teams in the Barwon South West, as part of a statewide boost to frontline care. They're among 20 new recruits starting work this month, and 119 since November. ==============================================Independent Candidate for Wannon Alex Dyson visited the pre-polling station...

Here is what is making news for May 1, 2025.==============================================A  leading psychologist will visit six regional locations across the South West and Wimmera over coming months as part of a Youth Mental Health Roadshow The roadshow which is being supported by Brophy will see Psychologist Michael Carr-Greg visit the likes of Warrnambool, Portland and Camperdown nex...