June 19, 2026

Here is what is making news for June 19, 2026.=================================A $270,000 infrastructure investment has revitalized the Colac saleyards, which many believe will increase their longevity.Colac Otway Shire councillor Charlie Buchanan says new investment was a huge vote of confidence in the future of the Colac saleyards.==================================================================The Central Reserve Dog Park is progressing with trees already taken down due to their condition.Colac Otway Shire CEO Andrew Tenni says those works will help prep the area.==================================================================The State Labor Government is facing fresh criticism from Member for Polwarth Richard Riordan over persistent overcrowding and reduced seating capacity on the Warrnambool train line.==================================================================Farmers across the Colac Otway and Corangamite shires are celebrating a major policy win, with the Federal Government expanding a key Capital Gains Tax concession.==================================================================Colac’s creative community is being invited to a special discussion to explore the potential for a new local Arts Network.Facilitated by 'Investing in Rural Futures' Community Facilitator Liz Bishop, the gathering aims to gauge local interest and discuss shared issues across the sector.==================================================================A hit comedy celebrating Australia’s first women’s cricket match is coming to Camperdown.The touring production of 'The Deplorables' will hit the Theatre Royal stage on Sunday, August 16. ==================================================================AND IN SPORTIn this weekend's 2026 CDFNL action, the Otway Districts host South Colac.Lorne will play the Western Eagles.Alvie faces Apollo Bay.Irrewarra-Beeac will face the Colac Imperials.AND Birregurra travels to Simpson.==================================================================This weekend in GFNL action the Colac Tigers look to continue to build momentum searching for its third successive win against North Shore.Last time the two met, the Tigers won by 156 in the football.The netballers have a scheduled bye.==================================================================In this weekends Hampden League fixtures, Cobden will travel to take on South Warrnambool.While Camperdown faces a big test in Terang-Mortlake.==================================================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.