Articles by: A Staff Reporter
Study connects mass with risk of dementia
A new study has found a key link to dementia risk in older individuals.
Call for farmers to dig in to new soil project
Agriculture Victoria is encouraging Colac and district farmers to donate soil samples as part of a National Soil Action Plan research project.
Traceability crucial for eradicating disease
Agriculture Victoria has issued a reminder that the whereabouts of livestock travelling in and out of the state need to be known during an emergency.
Cold snap having big impact
The colder-than-usual season and limited rainfall are having a marked impact on growing feed an agronomist says, while tougher conditions are having an impact on community meet-ups.
Camperdown lands breeding research boost
An international livestock breeding tech firm is focusing its Australian launch from Camperdown.
Hub loans double amid living costs
“Unexpected costs” are a key hurdle for Colac and district families amid a cost-of-living crisis, a Colac community co-ordinator says.
Important message for diabetes week
As National Diabetes Week begins, members of the Colac Support Group are urging the community to book health checks to help alleviate risk of complications.
Win surprises local creator
Inspired by the natural environment, Susan Younis has been recognised alongside the best hat creators – two years running.
Racing Rusty ready to face senior competition
This season’s ending is just the beginning for Cobden junior champion driver Rusty Ponting.
Author ready to inspire others
“Dream big. Read often.” Those are the words of wisdom from author Melissa Wray ahead of her workshop set to be held right here in Colac.
Events linked to better wellbeing
New research has found that frequently attending in-person events can significantly boost wellbeing.
Thief pleads guilty in court
A Colac man has been ordered to pay $239 and complete a 12-month community corrections order after breaching family violence intervention orders and stealing.
Intriguing bowerbird in region
The satin bowerbird is a fascinating species found only in Australia.
Exploring new career paths
Year 10 students at Trinity College Colac have been busy exploring job opportunities through work experience.
Colac man awaits hearing
A Colac man will remain in custody for the next two months while he awaits his next hearing date for his involvement in an alleged ketamine drug ring in south-west Victoria.
Calls grow for murals across city
A group of Colac residents are calling for more public art in Colac.
Local footballers to gain more Falcons attention
Promising junior footballers from the Colac district will have a greater chance of entering the game’s elite pathway with the Geelong Falcons putting more resources into scouting in the region.
Talented dairy farmer to share music talents
Veteran country musician Johnny Doyle will share his talents at Colac Comeback Country Music Club’s monthly concert this Sunday.
Moths’ migration guided by constellations
A new study has revealed the remarkable navigation system of an unsuspecting creature.
Council talks with staff about required backpay
Colac Otway Shire Council says it is working with its staff to rectify a payroll issue. The Colac Herald understands that the council has been in discussions with its service and operations staff related to potential required backpay. It’s understood that the backpay relates to on-call hours that the council had paid at a flat […]
Advice for protecting waterways
The Environmental Protection Authority Victoria has urged the community to minimise sediment wash-off to avoid adverse impacts to the environment.
Seatbelt use lower in regional areas
Using “life-saving common sense” should be high on the list of priorities for Victorian drivers, the a traffic safety body says. Colac and district drivers are being urged to wear their seatbelts, after statewide figures found that 4.7 per cent of the respondents in a 2500-person survey revealed they had travelled without a seatbelt in […]
Mural brings to life district’s offerings
The artist behind Colac’s newest mural says she hopes the city will love her impression of the region.
Young footballers chosen to showcase region’s skill
Sixteen junior footballers plus local coaches from across Colac and district have been chosen to compete in the Barwon region showcase and Geelong Falcons Futures camp.
