Here is what is making news on October 3, 2025.================================The Otway Fly Treetop Adventure is entering a new era, with TreeClimb founder Seb Packer taking ownership of the iconic attraction.
Packer says his focus is on enhancing visitor experiences while preserving the park’s unique connection to nature.
================================================================A free workshop will be held at the Camperdown Golf Club next week.. to provide a wellbeing break for local women in Ag

Facilitator Cynthia Mahoney... says registrations for the free, fun and practical session on Wednesday... can be found on the AG Vic website 
================================================================Emergency Management Victoria is warning of an early start to fire season this spring, possibly as soon as October in parts of the state.

Despite recent rain, much of the Corangamite Shire remains at heightened fire risk after two dry years.

Corangamite Shire Mayor Kate Makin is encouraging residents to reduce fuel around their homes, with free green waste drop-offs available from tomorrow to October 26.
================================================================Gardeners and plant lovers are invited to celebrate local landscapes at the Great Otway Garden Festival this weekend.

The two-day program includes expert talks, practical workshops, open gardens, and plenty of community activities.
================================================================This weekend Let's talk Colac will walk for mental health with the walk the walk festival at the Colac Showgrounds.

Let's talk Colac's Melissa Smith says health and wellbeing services will compliment the mental health assistance on the day.
================================================================AND IN SPORTColac Basketball Association President Rob Elborough says the upcoming CBL season is an exciting prospect for the young Kookas teams.

Elborough says they retained most of last years players ahead of tomorrow's match in Warrnambool and Sunday's home fixtures against Millicent.
================================================================An inquiry from a league investigation officer after the round 18 match between Irrewarra-Beeac and Colac imperials has led to an eight match ban.

The charge was handed to a Colac Imperials reserves footballer for rough conduct.
================================================================The Polwarth and District Tennis Association is holding a Tennis Open this Sunday at the Elliminyt Tennis Courts.

The day will feature free tennis clinics, stalls and the Australian Open Trophy from 10am to 2pm.
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Here is what is making news on October 3, 2025.================================The Otway Fly Treetop Adventure is entering a new era, with TreeClimb founder Seb Packer taking ownership of the iconic attraction. Packer says his focus is on enhancing visitor experiences while preserving the park&rsquo;s unique connection to nature. ================================================================A free workshop will be held at the Camperdown Golf Club next week.. to provide a wellbeing break for local women in Ag Facilitator Cynthia Mahoney... says registrations for the free, fun and practical session on Wednesday... can be found on the AG Vic website&nbsp; ================================================================Emergency Management Victoria is warning of an early start to fire season this spring, possibly as soon as October in parts of the state. Despite recent rain, much of the Corangamite Shire remains at heightened fire risk after two dry years. Corangamite Shire Mayor Kate Makin is encouraging residents to reduce fuel around their homes, with free green waste drop-offs available from tomorrow to October 26. ================================================================Gardeners and plant lovers are invited to celebrate local landscapes at the Great Otway Garden Festival this weekend. The two-day program includes expert talks, practical workshops, open gardens, and plenty of community activities. ================================================================This weekend Let's talk Colac will walk for mental health with the walk the walk festival at the Colac Showgrounds. Let's talk Colac's Melissa Smith says health and wellbeing services will compliment the mental health assistance on the day. ================================================================AND IN SPORTColac Basketball Association President Rob Elborough says the upcoming CBL season is an exciting prospect for the young Kookas teams. Elborough says they retained most of last years players ahead of tomorrow's match in Warrnambool and Sunday's home fixtures against Millicent. ================================================================An inquiry from a league investigation officer after the round 18 match between Irrewarra-Beeac and Colac imperials has led to an eight match ban. The charge was handed to a Colac Imperials reserves footballer for rough conduct. ================================================================The Polwarth and District Tennis Association is holding a Tennis Open this Sunday at the Elliminyt Tennis Courts. The day will feature free tennis clinics, stalls and the Australian Open Trophy from 10am to 2pm. ================================================================

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