Here is what is making news for September 12, 2025.================================The long-awaited redevelopment of Apollo Bay Harbour is set to begin before Christmas, after the final plan was officially approved.Upgrades include new dining options, the return of the wet fish market, an outdoor terrace, and a refreshed Port Operations depot with workshop, toilets, and a viewing deck.================================================================Two historic church buildings in Birregurra near Colac have been fully restored, thanks to a generous legacy.The late Dr Trevor Hodson, a retired eye specialist who moved to the town in 2017, left donations that funded painting, plastering, and stonemasonry works.================================================================The Colac Regional Saleyards are getting a major upgrade, starting with a refresh of the selling ring.Council staff have carried out improvements including rust removal, fresh paint, new safety rails, ceiling fans, and a refurbished auction stand with grandstand timbers also replaced.================================================================Corangamite Shire Council is moving ahead with plans to develop a Parking Strategy for Port Campbell.Issues flagged include delivery vehicle access, illegal overnight camping, footpath parking, and limited spaces for larger vehicles, trailers, and buses.================================================================Today is RUOK? Day with those across the South west urged to check in on friends, loved ones and colleagues and shine a light on mental health.RUOK? CEO Katherine Newton says it's an important conversation to check in with those around you.================================================================Wannon MP Dan Tehan is currently in the US undertaking a study tour on Nuclear Energy as part of this shadow portfolio for Energy and Emmissions Reduction. ================================================================AND IN SPORTColac football export Will McLachlan has been picked in the 2025 VFL team of the year squad.McLachlan kicked 30 goals, from 13 matches for the Brisbane Lions at VFL level, also playing 6 matches of AFL.================================================================Two Colac Tigers junior netballers have received awards in their respective vote counts for the GFNL.Olivia Roberts has taken out the best and fairest award in the 17 and under Division 1 competition,AND Mae Dywer finished runner up in the 13 and under Division 2 competition.================================================================Colac goalkeeper Kingston Balboni has helped Surf Coast FC secure back-to-back promotion after they defeated the Heidelberg Eagles.The State League 3 side will move up to State League two after finishing second.Balboni made the move from NPL side North Geelong at the start of the season and says he expects the club to continue its success.================================================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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