Articles by David McKenzie
Drop-off for flood rubbish
Colac Otway residents cleaning up after floods have until the end of October to dispose of flood waste free of charge at council transfer stations.
Helicopters sweep region in annual census of ducks
Helicopters will traverse Colac and district as part of a survey of the state’s duck population.
Trail bridge replacement ready ahead of schedule
The Camperdown Timboon Rail Trail has reopened ahead of schedule with the replacement of two bridges, but it needs three more new bridges in coming years.
Heavy heifers top out at $4.98
Colac Regional Saleyards’ had a quick weekly sale, with only 82 cattle going under the hammer.
Australian Lamb Company sold in major deal
The Australian Lamb Company, which owns Colac’s meat processing plant, has sold to a Saudi and Brazilian joint venture company.
Hydrogen production idea for gas plant
Beach Energy is looking into producing hydrogen and storing carbon dioxide emissions underground near Port Campbell.
Vehicle ‘Swarm’ heading for Apollo Bay
A colourful swarm is heading to Apollo Bay – a swarm of Suzuki Jimnys.
Cancer survivor grateful for early detection
Breast cancer survivor Janine Collins spoke to the Colac Herald for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Pink Up Colac campaign for the McGrath Foundation.