Articles by A Staff Reporter
Colac saleyards ready for possible business
Colac Regional Saleyards could receive a boost in business after administrators meet today to consider a recommendation to close Geelong’s saleyards by the end of the month.
Hawk to face tribunal
An Apollo Bay footballer will face a tribunal tomorrow night for umpire abuse following the Hawks’ loss to Otway Districts on Saturday.
Apollo Bay fishermen win industry honours
Two Apollo Bay fishing identities have reeled in impressive accolades at the Victorian Seafood Industry awards.
Mum raising awareness of ice
Colac businesswoman and mother Pam Felekos says family members and friends of people with a drug and alcohol addiction can find help and education at a Colac support group.
Colac Otway’s chief resigns
Colac Otway Shire Council’s chief executive officer Sue Wilkinson has resigned and is set to move back to Melbourne after three years in the council’s top job.
Retailer promotes weekend trading
A Colac businessman is calling on the region’s businesses and the Colac Otway Shire Council to create an atmosphere to stop traffic in Colac.
Colac public transport boost
Colac will have a new early-morning bus service to Geelong, allowing commuters to connect to Melbourne-bound trains and arrive in the city before business hours.
Animal attraction boosts Apollo Bay
Planning for a new multi-million-dollar ecotourism attraction near Apollo Bay is set to go ahead, after receiving council approval and more than $500,000 in government support.