Articles by: Greta Lannen
Care entry limits on coast
Great Ocean Road Health has implemented entry limitations to its aged-care facilities after gastro and respiratory disease outbreaks.
Beatrice’s celebration of a century
It was so foggy the night Beatrice Neale’s mother went into labour in 1923, that her father couldn’t find the horse to travel to the nearest hospital.
Choppers coming for summer
Emergency Management Victoria has refuted “incorrect and outdated” reports that the state’s water bombing capabilities have been slashed by almost a third.
LAST DRINKS? Popular Lorne venue could lose outdoor lounge
The Lorne Aquatic and Angling Club could be forced to tear down a tailor-made waterfront outdoor dining area next month, dramatically reducing its capacity to host patrons during the peak of summer.
Students rock out for crowd
It was a rockin’ night out at the Colac City Bows Club as Trinity College music students put on a show.
Mansion music for mandolins
The Melbourne Mandolin Orchestra is set to delight classical music lovers at Winchelsea, playing among the beauty and history of the Barwon Park Mansion.
Early learning careers showcased in Colac
An early childhood workforce expo in Colac has showcased career possibilities and incentives.
CFA success at book sale
Colac Fire Brigade’s annual book sale has raised $5500.
Voice supporters speak
Colac people have been out and about inviting local people to get involved in the Voice to Parliament Referendum.
Childcare opening imminent
A new Colac kindergarten could open as soon as next month, as demand for childcare continues to surge.
Tillies fill nation with pride
They’ve captivated a nation, created sporting history and filled us with pride.
Students dress to impress
Glitz and glamour were on show at Colac Secondary College’s senior ball.
Colac’s chook caper
There was some eggsellent viewing at Colac Poultry Club’s sale on Sunday.
Uniting in support of Matildas
The spirit of the Matildas will be well and truly alive in Colac tonight as the city – and the nation – get behind our history-making soccer stars in their World Cup semi-final.
Prehistoric playtime in action
A community-driven project a decade in the making has officially opened at Cororooke.
CAREERS: Diverse experiences
Whether you’re interviewing a TV star, asking a 102-year-old their secret to a long life or visiting a local farmer, working as a journalist at the Colac Herald is always interesting and rewarding.
CAREERS: Career switch invigorates
From a rental manager to a pharmacy technician – Carla Edwards is loving her career change.
CAREERS: Aged-care position builds connections
When an aged-care resident holds Rachel Curwen’s hand and thanks her for her help, she knows she’s chosen the right career.
CAREERS: New job a great change
Meeting farmers across the Colac district, learning about farm machinery and working with an experienced team have been highlights for Chris Leeson since he started working at Rhys Evans.
CAREERS: Keep an open mind to different pathways
Jack Finn says there are plenty of ways to go after your dream job, and you never know what doors might open to you along the way.
CAREERS: Feeling at home with great crew
Pat Johnstone says being a mechanic can be a tough job if you’re in the wrong workshop.
Victorian award for program mentor
The co-ordinator of Colac’s L2P program says working alongside driving mentors and their learner drivers is a privilege, and receiving a state award has filled her with pride.
Sport and recreation survey
Sport and recreation groups in the Colac Otway Shire can have their say in a new survey.
Barwon south west ambulance cases surge
Colac Otway’s paramedics responded to more incidents within the state’s target time in the latest quarter, despite as a surge in demand in the south-west region making it Ambulance Victoria’s third busiest quarter on record.
