Articles by Colac Herald Contributor
Lack of footpaths causing concerns
An Elliminyt’s woman discovery that she and her neighbours will have to pay for their own footpath has exposed problems with footpath planning decisions.
Heavy September rain almost hit record high
The Colac region received more than double its average rainfall for September after more than 45 millimetres fell in less than 12 hours, filling rain gauges and flooding communities.
Session lets voters meet candidates
Colac Otway Shire voters will have an opportunity this week to learn more about 14 candidates standing at this month’s election.
School demolition underway
Demolition of the former Colac High School is underway as the State Government prepares the land for disposal.
Stop to shop in Colac on grand final holiday
Colac businesses are set to make the most of a public holiday on Friday by opening their doors and encouraging shoppers to “spend a day in Colac”.
Council defers plan for city-style estate
Apollo Bay residents are furious that council officers recommended councillors support a plan for a metropolitan-style housing estate on the Great Ocean Road.
Deluge another blow for bushfire victims
Separation Creek’s Peter Jacobs is going through almost the same isolation he felt at Christmas but this time he is with about a dozen neighbours.
Electors to pick from 21 on ballot
Colac Otway Shire voters will have 21 boxes to number on their ballots for next month’s postal vote to elect seven representatives.