Listen "November 19, 2025"
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Waiting for Midweek Bowls results - I'll come back later this arvo and record when they come through.Here is what is making news for November 19, 2025.====================================The Birregurra Rec Revival is this weekends featuring local musicians aiming to raise much needed funds for the upkeep of the loved community space.Local musician and his band - Total Fire Band, Watty Thompson says he can't wait to get out and perform with some new tunes expected.========================================================================Since the beginning of July, Colac gamblers have spent more than $3.2 million dollars.August was the biggest month pulling in $1.142 million dollars while September was the quietest with only $1 million and 20 thousand dollars spent.Colac was well ahead of surrounding areas with the Surf Coast Shire spending $1.283 million dollars in the same time period.========================================================================The Victorian Nationals Leader Danny O’Brien says the State Government’s wasteful spending habits is putting the future of Neighbourhood Houses at risk.Mr O’Brien said Neighbourhood Houses Victoria deserve a better deal as they do great work in the community.========================================================================The Federal Coalition have rubber stamped their position on Energy and Net Zero at a virtual meeting.Wannon MP and Shadow Energy Minister Dan Tehan was front and centre as the Liberal Party announced their policy on ThursdayHe says Affordable Power, a Reliable Energy Grid, and Reducing Emissions Responsibly and Transparency are their focuses ========================================================================The United Dairyfarmers of Victoria is urging dairyfarmers across Colac Otway and Corangamite regions to vote at the upcoming AGM to restore accountability and farmer-led governance at Dairy Australia.========================================================================A drilling operation off Port Campbell has made a new natural gas discovery, the first in the Otway Basin in four years.ConocoPhillips Australia announced the find at the Essington-1 well, 53 kilometres offshore, drilled 2.5 kilometres below the seabed.The rig, home to 140 workers on 21-day rotations, includes cabins, a kitchen, gym, and entertainment facilities. ========================================================================Lake Bullen Merri and West Barwon Dam are among Victorian locations receiving fish restocking this spring.Victorian Fisheries Authority CEO Travis Dowling says more than 190,000 fish have been released across the state in the past two weeks, boosting local waterways for anglers and communities.========================================================================AFL Barwon has appointed Sarah Naylor as its new Head of Football.Sarah brings extensive experience in both industry and community sport, including five years as Chairperson and General Manager at Geelong West Giants.She has also served on the AFL Barwon Commission this year.AFL Barwon Chair Michelle Gerdtz says Sarah’s strategic knowledge and leadership will be invaluable as the region’s football community continues to grow.Sarah will officially start the role on Monday, 15 December.========================================================================The Hampden Football Netball League has announced its coaching appointments for the 2026 Junior Association Championships.Danielle McInerney will coach the U13 team, while Marie-Clare Smedts takes the U13 Reserves.Leah Sullivan and Kate Dobson will lead the U15s, with Tracey Baker coaching the U15 Reserves.Will Jamison returns to guide the U17 team. HFNL Head of Netball Dot Jenkins says players will benefit from exceptional coaching and leadership across all age groups.========================================================================In In Corangamite Midweek Pennant Bowls. Camperdown Magpies were defeated by Winchelsea. City beat Simpson. Cobden was beaten by Central. AND Colac 1 got the better of Colac 2. ========================================================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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