Articles by Colac Herald Contributor
CRIME UNDIE-WORLD: ‘Ice’ and ecstasy in alleged drug dealer’s jocks
A COLAC man will remain in custody for another week after police caught him with illicit drugs, breaching his bail conditions.
No fast plan to fix Otways reception
Otways residents and visitors to high-fire risk areas could have a two-year wait for mobile phone access to fire warnings despite a government funding commitment last year.
Apollo Bay resident standing for federal Senate
APOLLO BAY’S Naomi Halpern says the Nick Xenophon Team’s focus on “finding solutions and the best outcome for people” was part of the inspiration behind her new political passion.
Colac’s jobless rate halves in just a year
COLAC’S unemployment rate has more than halved in 12 months with the number of jobless residents plummeting to 4.4 per cent.
Apollo Bay fishermen call for higher quotas
APOLLO BAY’S Markus Nolle says the town’s fishermen have had a great start to the season and he hopes the battle to secure the industry’s future is almost over.
Great Ocean Road re-opens fully
THE GREAT Ocean Road reopened this morning to allow visitors to return to the region after, 12 days after fire destroyed 116 houses in the area.
Lake Colac fish kill likely next month
THE ENVIRONMENT Protection Authority has forecast a mass “fish-death event” in Lake Colac next month as the shoreline continues to recede.
Family thanks Colac for rescue
COLAC’S Nyibol Lual has thanked the Colac and district community for its financial support and ongoing efforts to bring her orphaned nephews and nieces to Australia.