Articles by Greta Lannen
No injuries for pair after beach rescue
Beachgoers and surfers helped rescue a teenager and child from a near-drowning at Wye River, after the teen had been attempting to save the child from the water.
Superfish makes a splash
Ted Gallagher was one of 80 swimmers who jumped off Lorne’s pier in 1981 as competitors of a brand-new ocean race.
Man’s alleged theft leads to Bay arrest
An alleged theft and intoxicated altercation with a hospitality staff member has led to the arrest of a man at Apollo Bay.
Life-saving device for gym
A new defibrillator at a Colac gym will provide peace of mind to members and staff, thanks to the support of Colac Ladies Daytime Squash Club.
Councillor challenges Amnesty
A Colac shire councillor has lodged a complaint to the Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission, after claiming they were barred from nominating for Amnesty International’s elections because they are transgender.
Foundation chair unveiled
New Colac Area Health Foundation chair Leigh Rich is set to bring a wealth of experience to the role and says he jumped at the opportunity to support Colac’s health service.
Police out in force for holiday
Colac police will be ready and waiting for motorists doing the wrong thing on the roads this long weekend.
Eye-opening day at TAFE
Course information and career advice was on offer at Colac’s South West TAFE campus’s open day this week.