Articles by: A Staff Reporter
Correction for reported campaign contributions
The Colac Herald reported an incorrect figure in Wednesday’s paper regarding Climate 200’s total donations to Wannon independent candidate Alex Dyson’s electoral campaign this year.
Cliff rescue at Princetown
Rescuers launched into action after a man fell down a cliff on the Great Ocean Road yesterday.
Trafficker will appeal jailing
A Colac man who was sentenced to 15 months in prison for trafficking drugs in the city has lodged an appeal and been granted bail.
Colac trafficker slammed, jailed for ice offences
A magistrate has condemned a Colac man for spreading the scourge of the drug ‘ice’ within the community.
Photography celebrations
A grey-scale old farm ute and a sunny evening at the Birregurra Railway Station have been crowned the winners of the 2025 Youth Photography Competition.
Lake Colac concert will be biggest yet
Colac’s Christmas by the Lake is returning for 2025 and organisers say it is shaping up to be bigger than ever.
Producers urged to stay vigilant, prevent deadly risks to livestock
After months of dry conditions, recent rains have brought a lush flush of green growth across the region – but along with it comes a hidden danger for livestock: phalaris toxicity.
Colac crash cost
A Colac man must pay $1600 after driving an unregistered vehicle and causing a collision at a Colac roundabout.
Welcoming event for women’s swim
Bluewater Leisure Centre is launching women’s-only swim nights this week to encourage getting active in a safe and welcoming space.
Second decade for U3A
U3A Colac Otway has marked a special milestone of 20 years filled with learning, friendship and connection to community.
Anti-theft event returning
A free program for Colac and district motorists on Sunday aims to prevent numberplate theft.
Kombi-ya: converging on coast
Beachgoers could be forgiven for thinking they’d been transported back in time on the weekend, as a host of iconic Volkswagen vehicles descended on the Otways coast.
Nominate legends for awards
Community members have just over one week left to nominate inspirational Corangamite Shire residents and groups for the 2026 Australia Day Awards.
Youth mental health in support spotlight
Colac’s headspace has given back to district young people this headspace Day.
Showgrounds to bloom for annual orchid show
The Colac Orchid Club is back with its 35th annual show, featuring an array of beautiful blooms, stalls, demonstrations and more.
Time to tidy with extra collections
Colac Otway Shire Council is offering extra green waste collection services to residents in preparation for bushfire season.
