Articles by Colac Herald Contributor
$7M cream separator begins at Colac plant
Production has started smoothly at Bulla Dairy Food’s new $7-million milk separation plant.
Burnoffs spark fires across Colac district
Authorities will introduce fire restrictions two weeks earlier than last year, after Colac and district fire crews fought four out-of-control burnoffs in hot, windy conditions.
Colac workers consider action
Bulla Dairy Foods workers will vote on taking protected industrial action after months of wage negotiations with the Colac-based company and a failure to reach an agreement.
New playgrounds for Colac estates
COLAC children and visitors to the city will soon have two new playgrounds to enjoy.
Childhood memory helps solve war mystery
A CHILDHOOD memory has helped solve a decades-long mystery surrounding a missing tree at a Colac district avenue of honour.
Warnings on deteriorating road
POTHOLES, 18 warning signs and no plans to repair the deteriorating Timboon-Colac Road before Christmas continue to cause concerns, forcing motorists to travel at reduced speeds.
Ambulance service a concern
Australian Labor Party’s Polwarth candidate says improving Colac’s ambulance services will be a priority if she wins the seat at next month’s state election.
Solar panels help council cut power cost
COLAC OTWAY Shire Council will save more than $150,000 in electricity costs over the next five years through its new solar-energy system.