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Brian Crook returns to Colac Otway council

COLAC Otway Shire mayor Joe McCracken has welcomed the return of Brian Crook to the council, following last week’s VEC countback to fill the...

Neighbourhood houses get more funding

THOUSANDS of Victorians are about to reap the benefits of a record funding boost to be shared by the state’s neighbourhood houses through funding...

At a gallop: MiRunners comes to Geelong

A COMMUNITY-based thoroughbred ownership organisation has announced a new partnership with Geelong Racing Club to offer units in its seventh two year- old to...

Talented photographers to share work during exhibition

THE Bellarine Camera Club will host its seventh Annual Photographic Exhibition at the SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre next month. The exhibition is open to members of...

Gracey donates hair to wigs for kids

LEOPOLD youngster Gracey Mclaren, 7, will undergo a big hair cut later this month to support kids who need wigs. Gracey will donate 39-centimetre lengths...

Students urged to ask their grandparents, not Google

BELLARINE students could soon be switching off their devices and seeking answers to life’s questions from a more experienced source – grandparents. Aged care provider...

Borough joins forces with Bravehearts

THE Borough of Queenscliffe is joining forces with Bravehearts this week to help raise awareness of the importance of child protection. Bravehearts’ White Balloon Day...

Winners of Victorian Training Awards announced

WOMEN took centre stage at the 63rd Victorian Training Awards, which recognises the high-quality training being delivered across the state, taking home six of...

Barwon Water duo named in Top 50 Public Sector Women

BARWON Water’s managing director Tracey Slatter and general manager of people and safety Melissa Stephens have been named among the top 50 women in...

Alcoa Community Update: Power station decommissioning – September 6, 2018

Power station decommissioning As part of Alcoa of Australia’s decommissioning of the Anglesea power station and mine, the main power station building was scheduled...

Coalition pledges more local content in renewables projects

THE state Coalition is trying to improve its green credentials, pledging that major renewable energy projects will have to meet increased local content requirements...

Fracking ban turns two

VICTORIA’S fracking ban turned two last week, and Labor is arguing only it can be trusted to maintain the ban. In September 2016, the Andrews...

Letters To The Editor – September 6, 2018

Don’t panic! Dad’s Army turns 50

Sustainability award finalists announced

THE state government has announced the finalists in this year’s Victorian Premier’s Sustainability Awards. Minister for Environment Lily D’Ambrosio last week revealed the shortlist for...

Plenty of Pick My Project ideas in Colac Otway Shire

THE Colac Otway Shire’s mayor has urged community members to get active during the Pick My Project voting period and help 20 projects in...

White balloons take flight to protect children

WHITE Balloon Day is tomorrow (Friday), and the annual national campaign will again aim to increase community awareness of child sexual assault to prevent...

Week promotes being safe online

WITH young children now having access to mobile devices and the internet, it is vital for communities and parents to work to protect them...

EYEING THE WEEKEND – Sptember 6, 2018

FRIDAY 7/9

Dine with a difference at Creatures

Little Creatures will be serving up more than beer September 10 as they host Open Up a Little, a dinner dedicated to the subject...

The joys of spring are coming

It has certainly been a long cold winter and there may be more to come, but I have been busy clearing some trees and...

GET YOUR SPRING ON and embrace the new life

Spring is in the air! Aaaaaah, welcome, spring, you lovely thing! Blossoms are blooming on the fruit trees, the birds are out and about, herbs flourishing,...

Torquay’s mosts pectacular wedding venue

The multi award-winning RACV Torquay Resort is opening its doors and inviting couples to their Wedding Showcase this weekend. Held in the Great Ocean Road...

Get the timeless look for your wedding

So you’re getting married. You’ve booked the venue, you’ve picked your dress, you’ve carefully selected your invitations to ensure your day is a magical...

A truly unforgettable experience at Oakdene

Oakdene Vineyards is set on coastal farmland in Wallington on the Bellarine Peninsula. Featuring a 1920s homestead converted restaurant, Upside-Down Cellar Door, a café nestled...