Articles by A Staff Reporter

  • Mountain bikers give trail tick of approval

    Otways mountain bike enthusiasts have given the thumbs-up to a proposal for new bike trails connecting Forrest to the coast and say the wider community would benefit from the project.

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  • Altercations demonstrate need for upgrades

    Police have condemned a series of confronting incidents at Colac’s cramped courthouse this week, while south-west legal eagles say the incidents highlight a “very real” need for more space.

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  • Chaplains dedicated to work

    A Colac student wellbeing program is continuing to provide invaluable support, after five decades of community care.

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  • Farmer’s rates almost double

    A Colac district farmer is upset with his region’s council rates spike, saying the increase is too much for one year.

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  • Umpire appointed for association’s top job

    Long-serving Colac District Cricket Association umpire Steve Millar will take the reins as chairman of the association’s board for the upcoming season.

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  • New playground thrills kindergarten students

    Colac children will relish the opportunity to use Wydinia Kindergarten and Early Learning Centre’s new playground.

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  • Chills are multiplying in Colac

    Grease is the word at Colac Secondary College as students prepare to perform their school musical next week.

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  • Fire response times better

    Colac Fire Brigade coped well with the busy summer season, posting improved response rates to emergency incidents.

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