Articles by: Greta Lannen
Water authority monitors bloom
Barwon Water continues to monitor a blue-green algae bloom at West Barwon Reservoir at Forrest.
Library service safe in district
It’s business as usual at Colac and Apollo Bay libraries and Colac district’s mobile library services.
Volunteering is vital for mum
A paramedic, a mum and a CFA volunteer – it’s safe to say that Georgie Gretton is a hero in many eyes, in more ways than one.
Brazen thieves snatch dealership’s Holdens
Brazen thieves have cut through the fence of a Colac car yard and stolen two of the last Australian-produced Holden Commodores worth about $120,000.
Body found on coastal rocks
Police have found the body of a man during a search for a missing diver in waters off Gellibrand Lower.
Praise for volunteers
Colac Area Health has celebrated the important impact and contribution of its volunteers.
Essential supports for health service
The contributions of Colac Area Health’s volunteers not only assist the health service with its operations, but enhance the experience of residents, clients and patients.
A slice of justice for pie theft
Police picked up a pair of pesky pie pinchers after a theft at Winchelsea.
Man airlifted after road crash
A man had to be cut from his vehicle and flown to a Melbourne hospital after a head-on collision at Bostocks Creek that also left his two children in hospital.
Vehicle stolen from home
Police are appealing for information after an offender allegedly broke into a Camperdown home, stole a set of car keys and took off in a $20,000 car.
Crowds farewell special boy Henry McMinn
Hearts ached while bursting with love at the funeral of Henry McMinn, as family and friends remembered the special boy who left a mark on everyone he came across.
Major expansion for Bulla factory
A proposed development at Bulla’s Forest Street factory would see multiple expansions of the Colac site’s manufacturing building, canopies and car park.
Legal help for people in need
Colac people are accessing free legal assistance at a much lower rate than surrounding shires, despite having an increased risk of experiencing legal issues due to high rates of disadvantage and family violence, a legal service says.
Colac prospector has gold content
A Colac detectorist is taking his passion to Australian TV screens as he shows off his skills and the Colac district on a prospecting TV show.
Special people celebrate International Nurses Day
In between their busy schedules, Colac district nurses gathered to mark International Nurses Day today.
Cliffy’s inspirational story spread far and wide
Artifacts from Cliff Young's collection have made their way to the Otways for the 40th anniversary of his historic ultramarathon win.
Colac paramedics face busier times
Colac Otway paramedics responded to more code one emergencies within the state’s target response time in the latest quarter, but their average response time slowed.
Headspace welcomes scores of young clients
Colac’s Headspace centre has supported 140 young people since its opened six months ago.
Cats AFL star shares skills
The next generation of Colac district footballers relished the opportunity to learn from a two-time AFL premiership player at their weekly training session. Geelong Cats footballer Mitch Duncan visited Colac Secondary College last week where he trained the school’s team and imparted a few handy skills and knowledge from his 258-game career. “We’re a very […]
Blockbuster tale for the Hays
Eva and Eric Hay can’t quite remember what film they saw the night they met at Colac’s old Regent Theatre.
Action-packed Gelli markets
It was a beautiful day in the Otways for the Gellibrand River Market. People enjoyed stalls, music, food and a kids’ disco tent.
Details on Winchelsea assault
Police are seeking witnesses after an assault at Winchelsea.
Auto enthusiasts flock to Colac Swap Meet
Special day to honour midwives
Midwives like Nikaiya McCallum play a special and vital role in the Colac and district community, and today is the day to celebrate them.
