Articles by: Devon McGillicuddy
Ram-raid attack on Colac store
COLAC business owners are counting the cost of damage and stolen goods after thieves ram-raided their Murray Street store.
Minister steps in on battle
COLAC district residents are celebrating after the state’s Planning Minister decided to “call in” an application to build a quarry on their properties.
Teen chooses cruise with motoring idols
A COLAC district teenager has spent the day with his motoring idols after taking 12 years to choose his ultimate wish.
Authorities introduce fire restrictions early
COLAC district residents have until Monday to complete burnoffs on their property with officials bringing forward the start of this year’s fire season.
Call for Otways trial to grow medical cannabis
OTWAYS farmers could develop Victoria’s version of Tasmania’s poppy industry after the State Government’s decision to legalise medical marijuana cultivation.
Blazes highlight risk of early fire season in Colac region
A BLAZE in the Otways which destroyed a house has sparked concerns about an early start to this year’s fire season.
Expo showcases Colac offering of activities
COLAC and district residents will have a chance to see a range of community groups at Colac expo on Friday.
Property crime rates fall across Colac and district
COLAC’S leading police officer says a targeted approach to burglary and deception offences helped reports of the offences drop by 29 per cent in Colac Otway in the past year.
Hope for cape koalas amid health project
STATE GOVERNMENT workers have euthanised 47 koalas and released another 280 back into the forest as part of an initiative to manage koalas at Cape Otway.
Disgraceful vandalism traps disabled man at home
A COLAC man is considering moving away from the region after vandals have damaged his car four times within four months.
Wins for Colac cake decorator
A COLAC cake maker says she was shocked to win two ribbons at this year’s Royal Melbourne Show.
Ex-students fighting to retain school site
A GROUP of former Colac High School students have started a campaign calling for action at the former high school site.
Council initiates probe into Bluewater delays and blowout
COLAC OTWAY Shire Council has ordered a review into the overdue and over-budget Bluewater sports centre redevelopment.
Traffic crash injures student
A COLAC district girl is in a Melbourne hospital after a car hit her as she crossed a road to catch a school bus on the final day of term three.
Good Samaritan comes to aid of boy impaled on handlebar
A COLAC boy has cancelled his Christmas wish for a bike after an accident left him with a bike handle impaled 10 centimetres into his groin.
New citizens thrilled with life at Apollo Bay
APOLLO BAY residents Jose and Gabriel Del Rosario are celebrating after becoming Australian citizens during a ceremony in Colac yesterday.
Court evacuation after bomb threat
A BOMB threat and an altercation at the Colac Magistrate’s Court this week has put safety concerns about the courthouse in the spotlight.
Relocation and desexing for Cape Otway koalas
WILDLIFE officers will relocate or desex Cape Otway koalas during an assessment starting Monday, and will put down sick koalas.
Stolen vehicle rams police car
POLICE are appealing for information after a stolen four-wheel drive rammed a police car near Camperdown.
Colac’s courthouse puts people at risk
A STATE opposition MP has renewed calls for an upgrade to Colac’s courthouse amid safety concerns for people using the facilities.
Senator talks education during Colac visit
FEDERAL OPPOSITION trades spokeswoman Penny Wong says the Federal Government should focus on improving education retention to tackle high unemployment rates.
Quick-thinking employee save’s boss’s life
COLAC businessman Greg Allan says he is “probably the luckiest bloke in Colac” after leaving hospital only six weeks after a major heart attack and coma.
Security cams photograph theft suspects
CLOSED-CIRCUIT television cameras in Colac’s CBD have taken photos of a white utility suspected of being involved in two separate thefts in Colac and district.
Clinic tackles health concerns
IRREWARRA-BEEAC football club president Stuart Nelson is encouraging people between the age of 40 and 70 to get a health check.
