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No shame in seeking support
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Polwarth residents show compassion, resilience The recent fire and flood events across the Polwarth region have tested our communities in ways few could have imagined. While the fires continue to burn and the clean-up effort continues along the coast, I want to take this moment to publicly acknowledge and thank the extraordinary people and organisations […]
Help communities recover
It has been a tough week for regional communities in Victoria.
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Gratitude for Nalangil Fire Brigade captain On the 22nd December Captain of the Nalangil CFA Fire Brigade Colin Carter called in and presented me with a mantlepiece-sized model of a fire truck with the inscription: To Kelvin McNaughton, In appreciation of your many years of service to the Nalangil CFA Brigade and community. What a […]
Colac officer’s short but remarkable life
Albert Austin was a Colac boy through and through.
Tiny bird is usually shy, but well worth the find
The southern emu-wren is a beautiful little species in the Australian wren family.
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Letters to the editor from January 5, 2026
Mayor ready for best year
As 2025 is almost over, I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and got to spend some downtime with family and friends.
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Letters to the editor, December 31
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Price difference begs the question I travelled through Camperdown last weekend and found diesel at a service station for $1.61 and unleaded for $1.61 – compared with Colac fuel prices of $1.91 for diesel and unleaded $1.79. I was told that there is a consortium that determines fuel prices in Colac – how can they justify […]
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Questionable change to rules Our council has disregarded public submissions calling for the retention of question time at unscheduled meetings. Council has not explained the purpose or benefit of removing question time, other than suggesting that unscheduled meetings are a “rare” event. In fact, there have been six unscheduled meetings since August 2024, dealing with […]
Share shire’s hidden gems
Mayoral Matters I’m calling on everyone for your assistance. I need your help to spread the word about what we have to offer. When we speak about Colac, speak highly of Colac as a destination. We all know that as a shire we boast some great opportunities to visit natural beauty in the coastal areas, […]
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Pair pull support from organisation
Lively doctor made an impact
The sudden death of Dr Joseph Gillis Wynne on May 21, 1915, shocked Colac.
Blue bird is a fan favourite
The Blue Wren is a small shrub-dwelling species, inhabiting a wide range of open forests, coastal scrub and urban gardens of southeastern Australia.
Thoughts for services
On behalf of the council, I offer our condolences to all in the police community.
Acts of resistance to endure
Survival techniques of the ‘Amazonian’ Aboriginal women in South-West Victoria offer a powerful perspective on survival in a time of violence and upheaval.
Fun facts about famous warbler
The Australian magpie is a melodic, playful, seasonal-swooping bird that is much-loved and sometimes maligned (particularly in spring).
Tragedy, tenacity of Harris family
Charles Harris and Amelia Gumbly emigrated from Birmingham with their five children aboard the Crusader in May 1870.
Everything you need to know ahead of State of Origin 2025
The countdown to the final is on. Origin fever is already building.
Top 10 Digital Marketing Agencies Specialising in SEO and PPC in Melbourne
In today’s hyper-competitive digital economy, Melbourne-based businesses are learning that generalist marketing is no longer enough.
Shire’s resilience praised
The generosity of our community never ceases to amaze me.
Pioneer woman’s legacy of strength
By The Colac and District Family History Group Catherine (Powell) Ah Yee was born in Colac in 1859. She grew up in the rolling hills of Barongarook in 19th-century Victoria and was resilient, hardworking and fiercely committed to her family and community. Long before her marriage, Catherine endured the rugged realities of pioneer life. She […]
