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Here is what's making news for July 24, 2025.===============================Recent thefts across the regions have prompted a reminder from Colac Police about protecting belongings.Sergeant Michelle Delaney says CCTV footage and ensuring things are locked can go a long way to ensuring things aren't stolen.==============================================================Corangamite Shire Council has approved more than $177,000 in grants and in-kind support for 84 community groups and individuals.==============================================================Colac participants currently undertaking Dry July have helped the cause reach a significant milestoneCEO of the Dry July Foundation Gillian Odbert says they've officially hit $100 million dollars of fundraising since the inception of the month long challenge in 2008 ==============================================================South West TAFE agricultural students will learn from the ground up with a new industry seed demonstration site at the Glenormiston campus.As part of a partnership with AGF Seeds, 25 different varieties of grasses are being trialled on the old football oval.Mr Roache says it was also hoped the demonstration trials would inspire students to look at the many different future pathways in agriculture which could lead to further studies.==============================================================Colac Otway Shire Council has adopted its new Road Management Plan for 2025 to 2029, outlining how it will maintain more than 1,600 kilometres of public roads.The plan sets clear standards for inspections and response times to road issues across sealed and unsealed roads, footpaths, drainage, bridges and more.==============================================================New reforms to Victoria’s Working with Children Check laws are expected to take effect late next week.Wannon MP Dan Tehan says governments at all levels must act quickly to restore confidence and ensure children’s safety in local childcare services.==============================================================AND IN SPORTThis weekend in Colac baseball action -The Colac Braves take on the Corio Tigers at Eastern Reserve in Division 2.In Division 4 the Braves are also at home taking on the Deakin Blues.==============================================================In this weekends Colac Otway Rovers soccer action -The Rovers Division 1 side takes on Armstrong Creek.In Division 2 Colac travels to Drysdale.In Division 3 Colac Otway Rovers face Bell Park.While the women's team faces Deakin University.==============================================================The WorkSafe Country Club Series returns to the Western District this weekend, with Timboon hosting Kolora-Noorat in AFL Victoria’s feature round.The initiative champions regional footy clubs and raises awareness about farm safety — a key focus for Timboon’s farming community.The club also benefits from new gear and financial support from WorkSafe.==============================================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
