Articles by A Staff Reporter
SLIME POWER: Snail treatments in Otway salons
The anti-ageing properties of the Otways black snail will spark a multi-million-dollar beauty industry in the Otways.
BIG SCORE: State finally funds Central Reserve upgrade
THE STATE Government has committed $400,000 to Colac Otway Shire Council to support the council after the Christmas Day bushfires.
ROAD TRAGEDY: Footy champion dies on coastal road
THE FOOTBALL community has paid tribute to AFL legend Paul Couch who died after he suffered a heart attack while cycling near Apollo Bay at the weekend.
TOP JOB: Farmer plans to speak for seed growers
A COLAC district famer hopes his new role will allow him to be the voice of the region’s seed potato growers.
AMAZING ODYSSEY: Riders celebrate race’s anniversary
MOUNTAIN bike riders from across the world will flock to Forrest to celebrate the 10th anniversary of one of Australia’s most highly regarded events this month.
CRIME SHOCK: Colac children face knife and theft charges
THREE Colac children aged between 10 to 13 have pleaded guilty to a Colac crime spree, with the magistrate warning them to clean up their lives.
RED TAPE CUT: Colac Otway pledges 10-day turnaround for minor permits
COLAC OTWAY Shire Council has pledged to cut the time it takes to approve planning applications and slash red tape.
BOWLING FOR GLORY: Association crowns champions
CORANGAMITE bowls officials have crowned City’s Stewart Trigg and Colac’s Carmel Watson as the association’s Champion of Champions.