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Put education ahead of politics
SCHOOL principals say governments must put children’s futures ahead of politics to secure a $24-million boost to Colac and district school funding.
Cat unsurprised by Simpkin success
THE success of former Colac footballer Joffy Simpkin at his new AFL club Hawthorn is no surprise to former Geelong teammate Joel Selwood.
Storages rise but restrictions remain
AUTHORITIES will wait for Colac and district to receive more rain before deciding whether to lift water restrictions.
Milk price rise helps pay bills
COLAC district farmers say an increased opening farmgate milk price will help pay bills piling up after a dry summer.
May rain brings optimism
COLAC and district rain watchers are optimistic about the coming winter after recording encouraging rain figures for May.
Rain brings relief for farmers
COLAC district farmers are hoping for pasture growth after a cold front brought rain to a parched Colac and district.
Greens wants drought declared
VICTORIA’S Greens leader is calling for the State Government to declare western Victoria “drought affected” because of a record dry spell.
Colac water plans on hold
BARWON Water has had to put on hold a plan to boost Colac’s water supply.
Water restrictions for Colac
COLAC will have water restrictions for the first time in five years as a dry autumn takes its toll on dwindling water storage levels.
April continues Colac dry spell
COLAC and district continues to be in the grip of a dry spell, recording a third of the monthly average of rain for April.