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It has become a common theme over the last three weeks that the lack of precipitation for our area is starting show on many plants and tree do to drought stress. Bob Coward, the co-host of the Garden Show on WBCK, talked about how the drought monitor for Michigan may not be entirely correct. While working on several projects over the past week, Bob said that the soil is almost a thin dust there needs to be a large turnaround to avoid severe drought conditions. If you see the map below from the U.S. Drought Monitor, the only improvement from moderate to abnormal drought (brown to yellow) were ...

12 April 2021 | 01:32pm Griffiths Island & Warrnambool Breakwater Closed Due To Damage The Warrnambool Breakwater and boat ramp have been temporarily closed to the public after the historic structure was damaged during rough weather over the weekend. All staircases to the top walkway are closed off, with some sections of the stainless steel kick rail hanging loose. “Once the weather is more favourable, Council staff will make a more detailed assessment of the damage before we develop a program of repairs,” Council’s Director City Infrastructure David Leahy said. “We’re hopeful that ...

Works Set To Improve Access to Port Fairy’s Griffiths Island The first stage of a project to improve access to Port Fairy's Griffiths Island is scheduled to begin this month. Moyne Shire Mayor, Cr Daniel Meade said that the improvements will ensure a safe and accessible passage to the popular Griffiths Island Lighthouse. “This project will not only improve safety and emergency vehicle access to the island but will also complement the natural attractions on the island and enhance visitors’ experience, encouraging an increase in tourism visitation and regional economic benefits.” Articl...

Port Fairy Police Nab Speeding Driver A speeding driver who was nabbed by local police as part of Operation Nexus over the weekend, is set to face a lengthy stint without a driver's licence. Port Fairy Police intercepted the South Australian provisional licence holder traveling on the Princes Hwy near Codrington, during the long weekend operation. The driver was detected at 149 kilometres an hour, whilst traveling with an adult passenger and 3 young children in the vehicle. Article continues below The driver was issued with an $826 dollar fine, and will be disqualified from driving for a peri...

Speed a heavy focus, as Police target road trauma Police across the South West will be out in force across the Easter Long Weekend, with the road policing Operation Nexus commencing this morning. The Easter Operation will run until 11.59pm on Monday, with police to be targeting speed, drink and drug driving and mobile phone use. With large numbers of people traveling long distances or on unfamiliar roads to get to holiday destinations, police will also be targeting fatigue, asking drivers to rest regularly. "We're asking people to slow down and not make those poor decisions to speed or drive ...