Here is what is making news for August 11, 2025.==============================Serious charges against two men accused of chasing and shooting at a woman in Cobden have been dropped.The 40-year-old Cobden man and 26-year-old Camperdown man faced multiple firearm and reckless conduct charges from 2024.============================================================With rainy and foggy weather expected later this week, Colac police has reminded road users to make sure they are as visible as possible.Colac police Sergeant Tim Kerrison says it's incredibly important to help reduce crash occurrences.============================================================The State Government is investing in worker housing across regional Victoria, with the old Noorat Butter Factory set for a major transformation.The site will be redeveloped into 13 new homes for agriculture workers and their families, helping local farms attract and retain staff.============================================================Member for Polwarth Richard Riordan has backed a current petition on the legislative councils website to lower the minimum driving age statewide.Mr Riordan says the proposed change would benefit the regions massively.============================================================Major works to upgrade the busy Skenes Creek bridge on the Great Ocean Road begin today.Crews are strengthening the ageing structure near Apollo Bay to ensure it remains safe for locals, tourists, and freight.============================================================Winchelsea’s new pool is preparing for its first full summer season, and Surf Coast Shire Council is inviting locals to help shape when it opens.A short survey is now live, asking whether people prefer consistent opening hours all season, longer hours during school holidays, or shorter hours during term time.============================================================AND IN SPORTFour of the weekends CDFNL football matches were decided by 99 points or more.Alvie got the job done against Otway Districts by 119.South Colac smashed Apollo Bay by 142.Colac Imperials beat Simpson by 99.Lorne got the better of the Western Eagles by 114 points.AND Irrewarra Beeac were victors against Birregurra by 19 points.============================================================Bell Park edged out Colac by just one point in a match marred by confusion.Colac had stormed back from 49 points down.Confusion reigned after the siren was wrongly blown earlier, and then again seemingly early for a second time.It prompted the umpires to check with timekeepers whether it was correct before a result was declared.============================================================The Camperdown Magpies were part of another shock result over the weekend.The plucky Magpies drew 5.10.58, with the reigning premiers in South Warrnambool.==============================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 8, 2025
Here is what is making news for August 08, 2025.==========================Ambulance Victoria is applauding locals for helping free up paramedics for emergencies, with demand for urgent ambulances down across the Barwon South West region.Between April and June, crews responded to over seven-thousand Code 1 cases in the region — slightly fewer than last year — as more people chose alternatives for non-urgent care.====================================================The Colac and District Chamber of Commerce will welcome back its business awards event for the first time since 2019.The Chambers Jennifer Chiu confirmed that the date set is October 11.====================================================The State Government has announced urgent cash flow relief for farming families hit hardest by drought in Colac Otway, Surf Coast and other southwest regions.====================================================Health authorities are warning flu cases are rising across Colac Otway, Corangamite and the South West, urging residents to act now to protect their communities.The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine says rural health services are under strain, and low vaccination rates could worsen the impact.====================================================Colac Area Health is set to benefit from a statewide boost to planned surgery services, with a new Patient Support Unit to be established in the town.====================================================Surf Coast Shire Council is inviting residents of Lorne and Winchelsea to have their say on the future of local community facilities and open spaces.A new 10-year Social Infrastructure Plan will help Council decide where to invest in parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, arts and culture venues, and shared trails.====================================================AND IN SPORTIn this weekends CDFNL matches,Alvie hosts the Otway Districts.South Colac plays Apollo Bay.Irrewarra-Beeac has Birregurra.Simpsons faces the Colac Imperials.and Lorne takes on the Western Eagles.====================================================In this weekend's Colac Tigers GFL match,The Tigers, sitting third, will travel to Hamlyn Park to take on Bell Park, who currently sit fifth.====================================================Two of the region's bright young netball talents have been selected in the top 50 state netballers for their age group.Irrewarra-Beeac's Ruby Hall and Camperdown's Piper Stephens have earned selection in the under 17s 2026 State Team Squad Selection.====================================================In the Colac Otway Rovers weekend fixtures,Division 1 will host the Golden Plains at Beeac.In Division 2 the Rovers travel to Barwon SC.While Division 3 will take on Bellarine Sharks.====================================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 7, 2025
Here is what is making news for August 07, 2025.=======================The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is preparing a new Regional Waterway Strategy to guide investment over the next decade.The strategy aims to align priorities and focus areas for agencies, landholders and community groups caring for the region’s rivers and wetlands.==============================================A speed reduction is being introduced on Conns Lane in Birregurra to improve safety for locals and visitors.Colac Otway Shire Council is installing new 80-kilometre-an-hour signs on Conns Lane and nearby Cape Otway Road, replacing the current 100-kilometre limit.==============================================Crime Stoppers Victoria and Victoria Police are launching the Level Up Against Car Theft campaign to empower the community with practical steps to reduce their risk of car theft and to report suspicious activity to Crime Stoppers.Colac Otway and Corangamite residents are reminded to take all measures they can to ensure cars aren't stolen.==============================================Residents across the south west can expect to see rate increases in their letter boxes later this month.Member for Polwarth Richard Riordan caught up with local governments will the Emergency Services Volunteer Fund dominating discussion.==============================================VLine has advised the community of some upcoming service changes on the Warrnambool Line.Coaches will replace Warrnambool line trains for the entire journey on the weekend of August 16 and 17 with a temporary timetable to be in place.==============================================Warmer weather over the past couple of days has seen snakes pop up across the region.Local snake catcher Benny McNamara reminds people to stay snake safe with him attending recent callouts at Stoneyford and Apollo Bay.==============================================AND IN SPORTIn the second week of the Hampden League's split round, Camperdown will face a challenge in South Warrnambool.Good news comes out of Camperdown heading into the weekend with Jill Leader confirmed as its netball coach for 2026.==============================================Terang based horse trainer Jamie Barry will feature later today at Ballarat.Frosty Night has been nominated to run in Race 3.Colac based trainer Carly Cook has nominated Tomboulder for 6 and Haather for race 7.==============================================In this weekends Colac Braves Baseball Action both sides will look to get on the winners list -Division 2 travels to Lara to take on the Wildcats.while Division 4 will face the Bellarine Bears.==============================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 6, 2025
Here is what is making news for August 6, 2025.===========================Cressy Aerodrome is preparing to host a Victory in the Pacific commemoration on August 16.Cressy Aerodrome owner Paul Lamont says the evening will include a service, guest speakers, a two-course meal and live entertainment from the Pacific Belles.======================================================Investigative works are underway this week at Kennett River as part of planned upgrades to tourism infrastructure.From today until Thursday, crews will use a small drill rig to collect soil samples in the caravan park and car park areas.======================================================A water security event will take place in Simpson on Wednesday August 13, and help shape how water is used going into the future.United Dairyfarmers of Victoria president Bernie Free says the meeting will help form opinions on problems, or solutions.======================================================Fire crews are preparing for planned burns at Gellibrand and Carlisle River over the coming days, weather permitting.Around 100 hectares will be burned at Boggy Creek, seven-and-a-half kilometres southwest of Gellibrand, and another 100 hectares at Pipeline Road, northwest of Carlisle River.======================================================Nationals Leader David Littleproud, Senator Bridget McKenzie and Wannon MP Dan Tehan visited a drought-affected dairy farm in Corangamite yesterday.Mr Littleproud says they’re urging the Albanese Government to reinstate interest-free drought loans to help Victorian farmers recover.======================================================Terang residents will soon lose access to piped gas, with Solstice Energy confirming it will shut down regional gas networks by 2026.The company, formerly known as Tas Gas, says trucking compressed natural gas to smaller towns like Terang is no longer viable.======================================================AND IN SPORTCobden coach Brody Mahoney has recommitted for the 2026 Hampden League season.It will be his third year leading the Bombers and fourth in a coaching role.======================================================Colac Cycling Club riders battled strong winds during weekend racing on the 44-kilometre Eurack course.Peter Theodore sprinted to victory in the seniors, ahead of Tony Prytz and newcomer Ash in third.======================================================In the weekends Colac Golf Club results -Travis Smith took out the Monthly Medal for August.While Andrew Hood won A Grade, followed by John Robb.Duane Chilcott won B Grade and Ryan Dowie won C Grade.======================================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Here is what is making news for August 8, 2025.======================South-west livestock farmers are being invited to a free webinar on Monday, August 11, to learn how urea can boost pasture growth this winter.Agriculture Victoria’s Nick Linden says new trials show applying 75 kilograms per hectare can more than triple pasture growth — vital for farmers facing drought feed shortages.============================================The Beeac Progress Association will meet next Monday August 11, with a bike pump track up for discussion.Locals are asked to have their say on whether the community will benefit from the track.The meeting will be held at the Beeac Hall and begins at 7.30pm.============================================As winter bites across the Barwon South West, Ambulance Victoria is reminding families to stay alert to burn risks in the home.Acting Regional Director Stuart Reid says items like hot drinks, heaters, and water bottles can cause serious injuries if misused or left near children.============================================Families in Corangamite Shire doing it tough due to rising costs and ongoing drought are being urged to reach out to the Corangamite Food Bank.Run by Camperdown & District Community House with Council support, the service supplies food hampers and essentials like nappies and hygiene products to residents right across the Shire.============================================Farmers and regional Victorians are being urged to have their say through the Victorian Farmers Federation’s first-ever State of the State: Farmer Priorities Survey, launched to highlight the key challenges and opportunities facing rural communities.============================================Lake Colac School has received a $5,000 Junior Landcare Grant to create a Tiny Forest on its grounds.Students will work with local Landcare to plant native trees and shrubs in a 100 square metre space, attracting local wildlife and cooling the environment.This hands-on project will teach students about biodiversity and how native plants support healthy ecosystems — turning the forest into a living classroom.============================================The Variety Victoria Bash kicks off this Friday with motorists heading from Hamilton to Darwin for a great cause.Locally Birregurra Auto will feature amongst the convoy - with it being its third year supporting the variety bash.============================================AND IN SPORTBoth Colac Braves sides went down in tight baseball clashes with East Belmont Saints.Division 2 lost 7-5 despite a three-RBI effort from Brendan Delorenzo and standout catching from Michael Reid.Division 4 fell 6-5 in another close game.============================================Winchelsea lawn bowler Max Heaton Harris has helped Victoria win the Under 18s tri series Championship.Heaton Harris was also named man of the series, and took out gold at the School Sports Australia championship.============================================In the Colac Otway Rovers weekend results -The seniors side went down 4 0 to Barwon SC.Division 2 lost 1 nil to Geelong Rangers.While Division 3 lost 7 nil against Barwon SC.============================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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