Articles by: A Staff Reporter
Weighing options can pay off
Taking the time to analyse a milk supply agreement could save tens of thousands of dollars, a Colac lawyer says.
New model to resolve rent dispute
Colac and district renters can now access free rental dispute support and potentially avoid formal hearings over disagreements.
RAR groups helping from afar
A judge. A Save the Children worker. A videographer. A journalist. Parents and children. These are some of the people the Apollo Bay and Colac branches of the Rural Australians for Refugees are trying to help.
Meet could help save swim club tradition
Colac Swimming Club is hosting its first swim meet in 12 years in a last-ditch bid to keep the club afloat.
Masters of music show local talent
From piano to strings, brass to impressive vocals, Trinity College Colac students have showcased their musical talents.
Whales sighted on Great Ocean Road
Colac and district whale watchers have confirmed sightings off the coast this week, as the playful creatures make their annual migration journey.
Clinic set to open at Colac
A new radiology clinic is coming to Colac.
‘Timboon will miss Lions club’
Timboon Lions Club has been forced to cease operations after more than 60 years due to a lack of numbers.
Drought relief concert launches new website
People can find details about Colac’s drought relief concert on Sunday through a new website.
Students give back to Colac community
A new veggie garden and cooking meals for people in need are among ways that Colac Secondary College students are giving back to the community.
Financial farm support available
Support is on hand for farmers doing it tough through drought, a regional financial counsellor says.
Concerns flagged over new principal powers
A former Colac secondary school leader has raised concerns about the implications of new powers for principals.
Grant boosts creativity at Cororooke theatre
A Cororooke theatre has received funding that will help it continue to stage community plays.
Children enjoy fun, free footy round
Children 14 years old and younger will receive free entry into games for an entire round of AFL football.
Iconic Falls Festival site sells
An iconic Australian music festival site near Lorne has now been sold.
Colac Lotto wins again
A Colac woman has won more than $627,000 in what is the city’s second big tattslotto win in less than a month.
New board and Colac Rotary honour
Colac Rotarians have welcomed a new board, and a charity event organiser has received the organisation’s highest honour.
Drones flying high to repair powerline
Cutting-edge flying technology has helped Powercor restore power in Deans Marsh with a new powerline.
Backpack partnership benefits district youth
A Colac district community drive is providing material help for homeless youth and foster children.
Camperdown recognised as finalist in awards
Camperdown has been announced as a finalist for a tourism award, with council officials encouraging district residents and visitors to cast a vote.
Pest bird is no myna problem
The common myna is a raucous songbird, with whistles, squawks, clicks, chirps and growls.
Walk, talk at Lake Colac foreshore
Colac and district garden lovers are invited to take a walk along Lake Colac’s foreshore, learning about the plans to improve the area.
Clubs invited to apply for road safety grants
Local footy clubs can cash in by helping to promote safety on the roads and around the club.
Blooms manager’s big win
A Colac store manager has taken home a national award.
