Articles by A Staff Reporter
Kinder teacher hits milestone
Colac kindergarten teacher Zelma Taylor says the most rewarding part of her career is seeing children’s faces light up when they achieve something.
Undiagnosed illnesses a learning opportunity
A six-month health battle has inspired a Colac man to speak publicly about his fight against mental and physical health issues.
Fire service honours longserving member
The Country Fire Authority has recognised Colac’s Mary Lowe’s integral role in the CFA by presenting her with a 40-year service medal.
Bus driver will miss morning school run
Elliminyt’s Enid Maea has hung up the keys to her school bus this week after driving 1000 kilometres a week to and from the Forrest Primary School for more than 15 years.
Police out in force for festive season
Colac and district police have increased patrols this week to get the message out that “the party is over for motorists who take risks”.
Colac Herald celebrates 150 years of publication
The Colac Herald has celebrated 150 years of publication with a special edition looking back at the paper’s history and sharing memories of the reg
Community support secures man’s future
Colac’s Kamran Zehtabi Hamid has finally been able to propose to his girlfriend after living in immigration uncertainty for six years.
Winchelsea receives ambulance station
Winchelsea is set to have its first ambulance station and seven paramedics to boost ambulance response times across the Colac region.