Articles by A Staff Reporter

Thief pays for stolen bikes
A convicted thief has been ordered to pay a $500 fine for stealing two bikes in less than a week in Colac.
Second life for playground
An ageing Colac West playground has been dismantled, but is now set for its second life in a developing community.
Marengo ramp replacement for beach entry accessibilty
Marengo is set to see the replacement of an existing access ramp with help from community feedback.
Milking swap helps farmers in dry times
A flexible approach has helped Barongarook West farmer Simon Scott find success during a difficult season.
Schools turn blue for Dolly
Colac secondary students have donned blue to spread kindness and take a stand against bullying.
Learn life skills at free course
Young Corangamite Shire residents have the opportunity to learn potentially lifesaving first aid and CPR skills for free at a course in July.
Calls to abandon new levy
Surf Coast Shire Council is calling on the State Government to abandon its proposed Emergency Services Volunteer Fund.
Input sought for ageing plan
Corangamite Shire Council is hosting community sessions in May to prepare a positive ageing, accessibility and inclusion plan for 2025 to 2029.