Articles by Alex White
Colac defies state jobs slump
A COLAC employment agency director says Colac’s job market is steady despite Victoria losing almost 100 jobs a day in the past year.
Nurses wanted a little respect
VICTORIAN nurses and midwives said all they wanted was “a little respect”.
Colac policeman supports Tasers
A LEADING Colac policeman says he would be “very much supportive” if the State Government armed Colac police with Tasers.
Residents share concerns with police
BEEAC residents have used a community meeting with police to air concerns about town safety.
Tourists lucky to escape rollover
POLICE say a family of international tourists, including a one-year-old, were “very lucky” to escape after their vehicle rolled near Birregurra, yesterday.
Toilet attacks not related
POLICE say two violent attacks at Colac’s Memorial Square toilets on consecutive weekends are unrelated.
Police warning on phone scam
POLICE have warned Colac and district people to be wary of phone scammers who have targeted the region.
Farmers of the future find way into industry
A COLAC district dairy farmer says a traineeship program for budding farmers is an ideal entry into the industry.