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Here is what is making news for January 16, 2026.=======================================People from all across Australia will descend on Deans Marsh this weekend for annual Deans Marsh Dog TrialsThe Deans Marsh Dog Trials are back from January 16 to 18 at the Deans Marsh Recreation Reserve.==============================================================================The EPA says it understands how distressing Victoria’s bushfires have been for landholders, and is reminding those across the South West about the importance of safely disposing of dead stock.EPA Victoria’s James Courtman says safely disposing of waste helps prevent contamination of land, groundwater and waterways, helping farmers return to productive operations as quickly as possible.==============================================================================A Melbourne driver who caused a head-on collision in a 100kmh zone off the Great Ocean Road has had his case adjourned so more court time can be allocated for the matter.The victim attempted to avoid a collision but was unsuccessful and vehicles collided at high speed.==============================================================================The Federal and State Governments are providing nearly $100 million in additional support for communities and businesses affected by Victoria’s bushfires.==============================================================================Transport Victoria has advised works are getting underway on the installation of a 1.9 kilometre overtaking lane... on a section of the Princes Highway near Terang==============================================================================A Flash Flood Emergency Warning was issued yesterday for Wye River, Kennett River, Cumberland River, Lorne and surrounding areas.Very dangerous conditions were caused by severe thunderstorms and flash flooding, with heavy rain increasing the risk of landslides and debris on roads.==============================================================================AND IN SPORTHundreds are expected to turn out to the annual Camperdown Cup this weekend held at the Camperdown Turf Club.General admission tickets are still available with The Camperdown Cup quickly becoming one of the most popular and established Country Cup meetings in the South West.==============================================================================The Colac Imperials have unveiled a new signing for the upcoming season with Liam Cruickshank crossing over from Anglesea.Cruickshank won the 2025 BFNL Reserves Best and fairest and the ruckman will add some much needed height to the Colac Imperials.==============================================================================Colac South West Premier cricket returns this weekend as the finals race heats up.In Saturdays matches Stoneyford takes on Irrewarra.Simpson hosts City United.On Monday Cobden faces Ecklin.It's fourth versus fifth as Bookhaar has Pomborneit.Storm plays the Camperdown Lakers.Alvie will travel to Apollo Bay.AND its second verse third with Colac playing Birregurra.==============================================================================Sungold Cup action kicks off this weekend with the regions local winners heading to Warrnambool.Pomborneit faces the Northern Raiders.Alvie will play Penola Eagles, AND City United faces Pigeon Ponds.==============================================================================See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
