Articles by A Staff Reporter
Gathering shines light on domestic violence
Colac’s Memorial Square will host a public gathering to raise awareness of family violence and empower people to seek support.
Mayors won’t stand for top jobs at two councils
Colac Otway Shire will have a new mayor tonight, after Joe McCracken revealed he would not recontest the position at the council’s mayoral election.
Kookas storm home in thriller
Colac Kookas’ men’s basketball team has staged one of the biggest comebacks in club history during a thrilling Country Basketball League clash against Ararat.
Lights and camera upgraded at square
Contractors have begun security upgrades at Colac Memorial Square, making the space a safer and more appealing location for community members.
Station’s demolition begins
Colac’s former police station is set for demolition, but the State Government has no plans for the site’s future.
Colac sawmill continues national expansion
Colac-based AKD Softwoods has finalised the purchase of Carter Holt Harvey’s New South Wales sawmilling business.
Co-workers ready to help
Colac Area Health is showing leadership supporting employees and volunteers affected by family violence, with a program educating staff to help at-risk co-workers.
Council set to tackle lack of public toilets
Colac Otway Shire Council will respond to ongoing concerns from residents and visitors about the shire’s public amenities with a strategy to tackle the inadequacy of toilets.