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The new citizens are officially welcomed by the Shire as they sign their Australian documentation

The Arts Service Award is presented to the Colac Makers Space

Bonni McLaren is awarded the Young Citizen of the Year

Henry 'Harry' Salmon receives the Sporting Service Award

Harold Cockerell is presented with the Community Service Award

Shane Vicary is presented with the Colac Otway Shire Citizen of the Year award

Colac Otway Shire Mayor Kate Hanson and Member for Polwarth Richard Riordan, plus The Red Violets perform Advance Australia Fair

This recording includes questions asked from the audience at the recording of a free public meeting for fire prevention and management moving forward at the Terang Civic Hall on Friday 24th of January 2020. Convened by Bev McCarthur MLC, Western Victoria Region. Questions asked included topics such as access to bushland, National Parks, follow up from King Lake fires, practices used in the US, encouraging CFA volunteering, roadside grazing and local council restrictions. Two speeches that were taken as comments have been removed due to time constraints. Live Stream video from the forum https://www.facebook.com/BevMcArthurMP/videos/900464633703455/

Recording of a free public meeting for fire prevention and management moving forward at the Terang Civic Hall on Friday 24th of January 2020. Convened by Bev McCarthur MLC, Western Victoria Region. Live Stream video from the forum https://www.facebook.com/BevMcArthurMP/videos/900464633703455/

Recording of a free public meeting for fire prevention and management moving forward at the Terang Civic Hall on Friday 24th of January 2020. Convened by Bev McCarthur MLC, Western Victoria Region. Live Stream video from the forum https://www.facebook.com/BevMcArthurMP/videos/900464633703455/

Recording of a free public meeting for fire prevention and management moving forward at the Terang Civic Hall on Friday 24th of January 2020. Convened by Bev McCarthur MLC, Western Victoria Region. Live Stream video from the forum https://www.facebook.com/BevMcArthurMP/videos/900464633703455/

Recording of a free public meeting for fire prevention and management moving forward at the Terang Civic Hall on Friday 24th of January 2020. Convened by Bev McCarthur MLC, Western Victoria Region. Live Stream video from the forum https://www.facebook.com/BevMcArthurMP/videos/900464633703455/

Recording of a free public meeting for fire prevention and management moving forward at the Terang Civic Hall on Friday 24th of January 2020. Convened by Bev McCarthur MLC, Western Victoria Region. Live Stream video from the forum https://www.facebook.com/BevMcArthurMP/videos/900464633703455/

Recording of a free public meeting for fire prevention and management moving forward at the Terang Civic Hall on Friday 24th of January 2020. Convened by Bev McCarthur MLC, Western Victoria Region. Live Stream video from the forum https://www.facebook.com/BevMcArthurMP/videos/900464633703455/

Recorded at Anam Cara House as part of the Carers and Chronic Illness Information Session on Tuesday 19th of November 2019. Michael from Colac Taxis shares information about the Taxi Card and it's benefits and discounts for those with a disability or suffering from a chronic illness.

Recorded at Anam Cara House as part of the Carers and Chronic Illness Information Session on Tuesday 19th of November 2019. Naomi Lettieri the Anam Cara Community Liaison Nurse discusses her role and the services that Anam Cara provides. For more information visit https://anamcarahousecolac.org.au/

Recorded at Anam Cara House as part of the Carers and Chronic Illness Information Session on Tuesday 19th of November 2019. Sarah Everitt talks about a special service that helps with finding accommodation for medical appointments. Please note: this recording was of a video call service and there was some audible electrical interference at times. It is most notable in the first minute of the recording, and there is a slight hum from time to time. We hope this doesn't interfere with your listening too greatly, as the information has been edited as clearly as we could make it. For more information visit https://www.medistays.com.au/

Recorded at Anam Cara House as part of the Carers and Chronic Illness Information Session on Friday 4th of October 2019. Margaret discusses some of the health benefits of stress relief and reiki.

Recorded at Anam Cara House as part of the Carers and Chronic Illness Information Session on Friday 4th of October 2019. Madeline explains some of the support and programs provided through Miller House (formerly Colac Adult Day Activity Centre and Do Care). For more information visit https://www.cah.vic.gov.au/services/miller-house/

Recorded at Anam Cara House as part of the Carers and Chronic Illness Information Session on Friday 4th of October 2019. The first speaker is Cynthia from Barwon Health Carer Support Service who explains some of the different supports in place for carers, such as the Carers Gateway, making memories and 'life books'. For more information phone 1800 052 222 or visit https://www.barwonhealth.org.au/services-departments/aged-care-services/carer-support

Jonathan share some hints and tips for preventing cyber crime. Handouts and copies of information from the Crime Prevention Forum can be obtained from the OCR FM studio, or by emailing admin@ocrfm.org.au. For more information about Crime Prevention visit the Help Yourself website at www.helpyourself.vic.gov.au or visit www.crimeprevention.vic.gov.au. The OCR FM Crime Prevention Forum was funded by the Victorian Government's Community Crime Prevention Program.

Bambi Gordon explains the Neighbourhood Watch program and shares some important crime prevention tips. Handouts and copies of information from the Crime Prevention Forum can be obtained from the OCR FM studio, or by emailing admin@ocrfm.org.au. For more information about Crime Prevention visit the Help Yourself website at www.helpyourself.vic.gov.au or visit www.crimeprevention.vic.gov.au. The OCR FM Crime Prevention Forum was funded by the Victorian Government's Community Crime Prevention Program.

Rachel Turnbull and Pam Felekos share personal stories and helpful information about local services that help with drug and alcohol support to prevent people from turning to crime. Handouts and copies of information from the Crime Prevention Forum can be obtained from the OCR FM studio, or by emailing admin@ocrfm.org.au. For more information about Crime Prevention visit the Help Yourself website at www.helpyourself.vic.gov.au or visit www.crimeprevention.vic.gov.au. The OCR FM Crime Prevention Forum was funded by the Victorian Government's Community Crime Prevention Program.

The panel answer questions from members of the audience about local crime prevention measures. Handouts and copies of information from the Crime Prevention Forum can be obtained from the OCR FM studio, or by emailing admin@ocrfm.org.au. For more information about Crime Prevention visit the Help Yourself website at www.helpyourself.vic.gov.au or visit www.crimeprevention.vic.gov.au. The OCR FM Crime Prevention Forum was funded by the Victorian Government's Community Crime Prevention Program.

Acting Sergeant Geoff Martinez shares burglary prevention tips and discusses local crime prevention statistics. Handouts and copies of information from the Crime Prevention Forum can be obtained from the OCR FM studio, or by emailing admin@ocrfm.org.au. For more information about Crime Prevention visit the Help Yourself website at www.helpyourself.vic.gov.au or visit www.crimeprevention.vic.gov.au. The OCR FM Crime Prevention Forum was funded by the Victorian Government's Community Crime Prevention Program.

Discussion Panel featuring •Dr Anne McGuane General Practitioner from Corangamite Clinic •Dr Mohammad Gadi General Practitioner from Otway Medical Clinic •Sgt Tim Kerrison from Colac Police Station •Kath Leeson from Colac CMHT Barwon Health •Mr Mick Mc Crickard Colac Secondary College

Discussion Panel featuring •Dr Anne McGuane General Practitioner from Corangamite Clinic •Dr Mohammad Gadi General Practitioner from Otway Medical Clinic •Sgt Tim Kerrison from Colac Police Station •Kath Leeson from Colac CMHT Barwon Health •Mr Mick Mc Crickard Colac Secondary College

Presentations of the Otway Rotaract RU OK Art Competition

The Colac-Otway Wellbeing Awards recognise, and celebrate, the contribution of individuals and organizations involved in the promotion of mental health and wellbeing within the Colac-Otway region. MEMBER OF THE COMMUNITY AWARD: Greg and Edwina McHenry (OCR FM Volunteers) COMMUNITY ORGANISATION AWARD: Recipient: Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative (Representative: Ebony Hickey) YOUTH AWARD: Recipient: Nikita Edwards EMPLOYEE AWARD: Recipient: Ching Tze - Australian Lamb Company MENTAL HEALTH CHAMPION: Recipient: Gabrielle van der Schoor - Murray Street, Allied Health Colac

The opening of the 2018 Colac-Otway Mental Health Week celebrations from CEO Peter Brown, and guest speaker Muhkles Habash. Muhkles is a 42 year old Christian Iraqi Refugee. He is the father of 2 girls and 2 boys, the President of the Socio-Cultural Syriac Incorporated Association and was a practicing Veterinarian before being forced to leave his home country. He is looking forward to rebuilding his life with his family in Geelong.

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Gellibrand Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Blues and Blueberry Festival

Recorded live at the 2018 Blues and Blueberry Festival

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.

The Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery hosted a 'Q&A' forum relating to aboriginal heritage, land management, art, culture and reconciliation on Thursday 14th of July 2016. Panel members include actor Uncle Jack Charles, author Bruce Pascoe, Vicki Couzens, film maker Rob Bundle, John Clarke, Dr Chris Kavelin, performer Jan Wositzky and environmental scientist Ange Jeffery.