Articles by: Greta Lannen
Town pulls together to help crash victim
The Cororooke community is uniting to support one of its own families after a horror car crash that has shaken the tightknit community.
Student unites school and club
A Trinity College Colac Year 11 student and Colac Field and Game junior vice-president has been keenly building a partnership between his school and shooting club.
Colac hospice has fresh leadership
Anam Cara Colac has introduced its new president, coinciding with National Palliative Care Week.
Safety plea for Birregurra kids
Concerned Birregurra school parents and community members say the lack of a school speed zone or school crossing in the town is putting their families at risk.
Young driver critical after district crash
A 19-year-old Cororooke man was in a critical condition after he suffered life-threatening injuries and burns in a fiery crash.
Awards for cheese producer
The owners of an award-winning Colac dairy company say they have been overwhelmed with the support from Colac community members since their opening.
Charity duo share yarns
An impromptu speech from two Cancer Council workers at a Biggest Morning Tea fundraiser has shared an insight into the importance of community support in changing cancer patients’ lives.
Shires share works ideas
A Colac field day showcased the latest products and services for council maintenance teams from a range of municipalities across the state.
Police suspect car fire was a targeted attack
Fire has gutted a car in a Colac street in what police believe is a targeted attack.
Discussion to address hoon fears
Barwon south-west residents can share their concerns about hooning in their community at an upcoming engagement session.
Healthcare workers honoured
With a combined 75 years of working at Colac Area Health between them, staff members Lyn Missen and Gayle Harrington-Smith have received well-earned recognition.
House chimney fire on rural property
Residents of a house at Wensleydale were able to self-evacuate after a fire ignited in their chimney.
SES crews are busy with toppled trees
Colac SES and police are encouraging motorists to be wary of fallen trees across Colac district roads.
Janet’s magnificent milestone
Colac’s Janet Larson has a special reason to celebrate as she marks her 100th birthday.
Brazen daylight graffiti on toilets
Colac police have charged a man after he graffitied public toilets at Memorial Square.
Principal excited for new era
Lavers Hill K-12 College principal Michelle Ferrari says she feels lucky to be leading the school into a new chapter.
Governor-General thanks Colac SES volunteers
Australia’s Governor-General David Hurley has met with Colac SES volunteers to thank them for their service.
Law education for Colac community
Law Week events in Colac have provided community members with legal advice and support.
Bank branch closes for work
Extreme water damage has caused a Colac’s ANZ branch to temporarily close until July.
Flags bagged outside school
A pair of brand-new school crossing flags have bizarrely gone missing from Beeac Primary School, two days after they arrived.
Colac heifer auction supports bullying charity
The sale of a heifer has raised money for a charity that works to change bullying culture and provide support to young people and their families.
Protection for duck species
Authorities have closed Lake Bookar State Game Reserve to hunting to prevent disturbance to significant numbers of threatened hardhead ducks.
Colac man dies in crash
A Colac man has died after he swerved his car to miss a koala and collided with a truck at Pomborneit.
SES crew share passion for Colac
Friendships, new skills and fun are what Colac SES volunteers love about their work, which the Colac district community would be lost without.
