Articles by Greta Lannen
Campaign in honour of mum
A mother, wife, grandmother and best friend – Anita Amos was the heart and soul of her family until her final days.
Shot target nears
Corangamarah aged-care home continues to work with its staff in the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines, as the date for mandatory residential aged-care worker vaccinations looms.
Staff support census forms
While the Census can be a challenging process for many, the COVID-19 lockdown added another complexity to the process for Mercy Place Colac’s aged-care residents.
Wait list pain for dental care
Colac public dental patients are waiting longer for treatment, reflecting a state-wide trend that is causing concern for worsening dental problems and the need for emergency treatment.
Limited resources for tests
If Colac’s COVID-19 testing clinic was to open every day for extended hours, other Colac Area Health services would suffer, chief executive Fiona Brew says.
Meatworkers’ shot choice
Colac’s Australian Lamb Company says it strongly encourages its workers to receive a COVID-19 vaccine but respects their freedom of choice.
Colac link to new TV hit
Casting extras for an Australian drama TV show was the best way for former Colac woman Paula Doran to settle back into the Broken Hill community.
No deal yet for hospital
Colac Area Health is still in discussions to obtain an onsite pathology service after more than two years without one.