Here is what is making news for November 12, 2025.=============================Deans Marsh and Winchelsea have received leafy makeovers, with new trees planted along key roads as part of the Surf Coast Shire Council’s Branching Out initiative.
==========================================================A free underage music event upstairs at the Austral is set to bring live music to Colac's youth.

Mayor Jason Schram says the event will be alcohol free and a controlled environment and is sure to thrill kids aged 13-17.
==========================================================Colac, it’s time to step up for smiles! McHappy Day returns this Saturday 15 November.

From now until then, show your support at your local Macca’s. Pick up the fun Silly Socks for $6.50, grab a Bucket Hat for $3.95, or give a Helping Hand donation for $2, $10 or $50.
==========================================================Member for Polwarth Richard Riordan has called out the Victorian Government saying those living in regional areas are being shortchanged.

Mr Riordan says despite making up 25 percent of the States population, regional areas only receive 12 percent of all spending.
==========================================================Apollo Bay fishers can get ready to head into the water, with Victoria’s recreational rock lobster and abalone seasons opening this Sunday, November 16.
==========================================================A month out from the social media ban for under 16s .. the federal opposition is concerned the policy is set to fail

Uncertainty around the platforms to be included and a lacklustre education campaign are among their key concerns

Shadow Minister for Communications Melissa McIntosh says the government is not ready to introduce the ban
==========================================================AND IN SPORTCamperdown has unveiled three big new signings ahead of 2026.
Three former junior footballers will return to the Magpies.

Jake and Isaac Fowler join after several seasons and Woondoo-Mortlake.

Tommy Baker will also join after a season where he led the goal kicking for Barwon Heads.
==========================================================South Colac has landed a major coup for 2026 with four new Roos crossing over from Geelong Amatuer.

Among the signings are ruckman Angus Dawson, midfielder Tom Baker, forward Darby Edwards and Jack Gaspari.
==========================================================The Great Ocean Road Women’s Surf Festival is returning to Lorne this December after a successful inaugural event last year.

The festival welcomes surfers of all levels, from beginners to pros, including Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach champion Isabella Nicholls, who will participate in a special Q&A.
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Here is what is making news for November 12, 2025.=============================Deans Marsh and Winchelsea have received leafy makeovers, with new trees planted along key roads as part of the Surf Coast Shire Council&rsquo;s Branching Out initiative. ==========================================================A free underage music event upstairs at the Austral is set to bring live music to Colac's youth. Mayor Jason Schram says the event will be alcohol free and a controlled environment and is sure to thrill kids aged 13-17. ==========================================================Colac, it&rsquo;s time to step up for smiles! McHappy Day returns this Saturday 15 November. From now until then, show your support at your local Macca&rsquo;s. Pick up the fun Silly Socks for $6.50, grab a Bucket Hat for $3.95, or give a Helping Hand donation for $2, $10 or $50. ==========================================================Member for Polwarth Richard Riordan has called out the Victorian Government saying those living in regional areas are being shortchanged. Mr Riordan says despite making up 25 percent of the States population, regional areas only receive 12 percent of all spending. ==========================================================Apollo Bay fishers can get ready to head into the water, with Victoria&rsquo;s recreational rock lobster and abalone seasons opening this Sunday, November 16. ==========================================================A month out from the social media ban for under 16s .. the federal opposition is concerned the policy is set to fail Uncertainty around the platforms to be included and a lacklustre education campaign are among their key concerns Shadow Minister for Communications Melissa McIntosh says the government is not ready to introduce the ban ==========================================================AND IN SPORTCamperdown has unveiled three big new signings ahead of 2026. Three former junior footballers will return to the Magpies. Jake and Isaac Fowler join after several seasons and Woondoo-Mortlake. Tommy Baker will also join after a season where he led the goal kicking for Barwon Heads. ==========================================================South Colac has landed a major coup for 2026 with four new Roos crossing over from Geelong Amatuer. Among the signings are ruckman Angus Dawson, midfielder Tom Baker, forward Darby Edwards and Jack Gaspari. ==========================================================The Great Ocean Road Women&rsquo;s Surf Festival is returning to Lorne this December after a successful inaugural event last year. The festival welcomes surfers of all levels, from beginners to pros, including Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach champion Isabella Nicholls, who will participate in a special Q&amp;A. ==========================================================

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