Articles by Alex White
Colac urgent care solution by April
COLAC health leaders have committed to finding a solution to Colac hospital’s urgent care crisis by April.
Stolen Colac van used in Melbourne crimes
A VAN stolen in Colac at the weekend has figured in crimes in Melbourne.
Lightning sparks district fires
MORE than 100 lightning strikes caused fires and hot spots across the Colac district.
Missing mum might be in district
A FORMER Colac district woman has been missing for a week, and her daughter says it’s possible her mum has returned to the region.
Hospital would comply with Senate inquiry
COLAC Area Health chief Geoff Iles says the health service would provide information to a Senate inquiry into hospital funding cuts if required.
Colac gamblers lose $7.5m in year
COLAC gamblers lost almost $175,000 more on the city’s pokie machines in the second half of 2012 compared with the first six months.
Drug bust on return from holidays
A COLAC detective busted a woman with drugs and stolen goods on his way to work on his first day back from holidays.
Cash for Colac cancer clinic
COLAC and district cancer patients will be more comfortable when they receive treatment thanks to a fundraising effort.