Articles by Alison Martin
Calls for minister to step in to stop Birregurra quarry
BIRREGURRA landowner Russell Young hopes the State Planning Minister will stop plans for a quarry before an application reaches a Victorian appeals tribunal in November.
Director to meet wildlife carers amid kangaroo shooting crisis
A CARLISLE RIVER wildlife carer hopes a meeting with a State Government director might lead to the changes in rules he has been fighting for.
Homeless roo falls victim to state policy
A STATE GOVERNMENT decision to issue a licence to kill eastern grey kangaroos has forced wildlife carers to leave an orphaned joey at Colac’s government offices.
Baby’s homecoming after surgery a relief for parents
COLAC’S Josh Goonan admits there were times when he and wife Rhiannon thought they might never bring their son Noah home.
Colac rail campaigner urges forum support
COLAC train campaigner Brian Crook says next week’s Public Transport Victoria forum is a “rare opportunity” to tell the decision makers about the inadequate Warrnambool-to-Melbourne train service.
Election for Polwarth as MP Mulder retires
COLAC and district voters will have at least three choices when they go to the polls to elect a new State Parliament representative.
Descendants proud of fire refuge donation
A FORMER Lavers Hill landowner is delighted her family has helped provide a site for the Otways’ first community fire refuge.
Bluewater upgrade facing a new snag
COLAC’S Bluewater pool and stadium redevelopment has hit another hurdle with contractors still searching for a cause and solution to fix the new floor.