Articles by Colac Herald Contributor
New loans scheme set to help families
COLAC district’s low-income earners have access to a new no-interest loan service to buy household or personal items.
Colac district’s cream rises to the top
COLAC and district’s dairy industry is cream of the crop, winning major accolades at the 2011 Dairy Industry Association of Australia product awards.
Forrest tower to boost phone coverage
MOBILE phone users could have improved Telstra reception in the Forrest district by early June.
Council admits planning isn’t perfect
COLAC Otway Shire Council has admitted its planning process was “not perfect” and a business community backlash has been a learning curve.
Ceremony fulfils couple’s pledge
NEW Australian citizen Pam Hooper has fulfiled a plan she made with her husband before he died.
Conservationist on phone directory
APOLLO BAY’S Lizzie Corke will grace the cover of a Colac region telephone directory in recognition of her “positive contribution to the community”.
Bid for a role on TV soapie Neighbours
BUDDING Colac actors will have a unique opportunity this weekend to secure a role on award-winning television soapie Neighbours.
Memorial Square elms facing the chop
NINE elm trees in Colac’s Memorial Square will disappear for the public’s safety.