Articles by Greta Lannen

  • Crime rate low: declining trends continue in post-pandemic period

    Crime in Colac Otway Shire has continued a downwards trend, but there’s been an increase in criminal damage, theft and common assault.

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  • Les hits 102 on the back of a Harley

    When a war veteran on the eve of his 102nd birthday asks you to take him on a motorbike joy ride around Colac, there’s no way you could deny him that wish.

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  • Beeac tower set to go live

    Beeac’s new mobile phone tower is closer to completion, after workers completed a major part of the project last week.

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  • Comedian scores a new audience

    How does performing in front of a comedy festival crowd of thousands compare with performing in front of a captivated classroom of seven primary school students?

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  • Falls Festival site up for sale

    The chance to buy a slice of Australian music festival history is on offer in a once-in-a-generation opportunity.

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  • Students get stuck into national tests

    NAPLAN testing has started for students across Colac and district.

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  • Cherished toys help raise cash for sick children

    The sale of part of Lachlan Cardinal’s treasured toy collection has raised more than $1500 for sick children.

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  • Beard boosts Harry’s hair effort

    Harry Rose’s family and friends weren’t satisfied just seeing him lose his hair for charity.

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