Articles by David McKenzie
Winchelsea site to reopen soon
The Winchelsea Common will reopen within months after being closed to the public for almost a decade, after authorities remediated the site and resolved a management dispute.
Winch units to alleviate housing crisis for seniors
Affordable housing for Winchelsea seniors and people with disabilities is in sight, with Surf Coast Shire Council set to transfer land to a charity to build a set of units.
Pedal power earns accolade
Passionate cycling advocate Graham Gibson has spent decades promoting the health benefits of cycling, alongside firefighting and other volunteering riles.
Water service earns honour for fuel man
Former Colac businessman Robert Riordan says his decades of service on water and education boards stems from his sense of civic responsibility and community pride.
Tibetan lama visits region
A revered Tibetan lama is set to visit south-west Victoria next month.
Regatta proves need for water
A Colac sailor and Lake Colac campaigner says the success of a national regatta on the lake demonstrates why itโs vital to put more water into the waterway.
Pool days ease pain
Colac people with arthritis are reaping the benefits of being back in the water.
Red Cross seeks blood donors
Red Cross will bring its blood donation van back to Colac next month and is asking donors to book in.