Articles by Colac Herald Contributor

  • Construction to start on new government office

    WORK will start this month on a new $4.6-million government office and depot at Gellibrand.

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  • Television issues create concerns

    TELEVISION interference from a phone network upgrade has forced Apollo Bay accommodation owners to pay up to $200 to provide guests with television reception.

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  • Thousands descend for coastal holiday

    “NO VACANCY” signs are up as thousands of tourists descend on Apollo Bay, Lorne and coastal areas for summer holidays.

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  • Welfare worry as Colac’s jobless rate hits 9.1 per cent

    COLAC’S unemployment rate has hit 9.1 per cent, four points higher than in 2010 and more than three percentage points higher than the national rate.

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  • Residents celebrate honour of top street

    FORBES STREET residents are celebrating their efforts to maintain and improve their gardens and homes after claiming the honour of living in Colac’s Street of the Year.

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  • Experienced business owner leads awards

    COLAC OTWAY Business Awards co-ordinator Melanesia Carson will bring four years’ experience and a unique insight to her new role.

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  • Family stays positive amid failing eyesight

    COLAC’S Tammie Tevelein loves Christmas, but unlike the people who visit her street, she is unable to see her family’s festive display.

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  • Community lights up and sings for Christmas

    COLAC and district residents and business owners have rolled out metres and boxes of Christmas joy and festive spirit this year.

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