Articles by David McKenzie
Fire restrictions start on Monday
Colac and district residents have just five days to get their properties ready for the start of the fire danger period.
State win for kinder program
A Colac kindergarten provider is celebrating after one of its programs won a national award.
Vehicle impacts embankment on Lorne road
A woman received hospital treatment for minor injuries after a single-vehicle crash near Lorne this week.
Christmas drive a success
Generous Colac residents and businesses have donated more than $6000 in vouchers to help disadvantaged youths enjoy Christmas this year.
Pastors take part in lunch
Colac church leaders welcomed a Samoan delegation to their annual pre-Christmas catch-up this month.
Boat ramp cameras for coast
Apollo Bay’s boat ramp will get a livestreaming camera so fishers can check out parking and weather conditions from home, under a new state strategy.
Lake levels now online
Lake Colac enthusiasts can catch up on the latest lake levels and more on the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority’s website.
Hospice receives grant
Colac’s Anam Cara House will be able to extend its services by hundreds of hours thanks to a $15,000 grant from ANZ’s Seeds of Renewal Program.