Articles by Greta Lannen
Call for calm over vaccine
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration has urged people to seek health information from a qualified health professional and not unqualified acquaintances.
Whiskey plan still happening
Two COVID-19 lockdowns in Western Australia have slowed the progress of a new Colac whiskey distillery, but the city can still look forward to the new venue with no changes to long-term plans.
Pizza pain for plastered pooch
Many people have woken up feeling dusty after consuming too many alcoholic drinks the night before, but a drunk labrador named Dusty has provided a story of caution to pet owners.
New project will inspire Beeac kids
Beeac Primary School students will investigate their environment and create a performance for their community, as part of a state creative program.
Credit card theft inquiry
Police are appealing for information about the theft of a credit card at Lorne, after a man allegedly attempted to use it at one of the town’s pubs.
Festival boosts coast tourism
Apollo Bay businesses and accommodation providers have experienced a “bumper weekend” thanks to the Great Ocean Road Running Festival, which had a record-breaking number of participants.
Housing crisis and COVID exacerbate nurse shortage
A lack of international nurses and a housing shortage are only accentuating a demand for nurses, that has long been a challenge in regional areas, two health services say.