Articles by: Greta Lannen
Hoping for a new tattoo
Diehard Collingwood supporter Wilba Williamson is all heart.
Colac bank branch re-opening today
Colac’s ANZ branch will re-open today after receiving a third-party assessment this week.
Bulla awarded at royal show
Two Bulla Dairy Foods products have claimed prizes at the Royal Melbourne Show.
Ready to walk for wellness
Lynne and Bobby Barker are gearing up for a fundraising walk, in memory of Olivia Newton-John.
Bay reserve report released
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority has today released its Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve draft masterplan engagement report, with the community supporting improvements but concerned with changes to the camping precinct.
Community donates to dignity drive
Colac West Rotary Club’s Lyn Crook has thanked the Colac community for its generous support after the Share the Dignity drive collected more than 200 period products.
Prepare now for fire season
Act now, prepare fire plans and be ready are the messages from local fire brigades.
Home ransacked and car stolen
An offender has burgled a Colac home before stealing a car.
Tally tops $28,000 for fundraiser run
The lives of people impacted by cystic fibrosis will be forefront of Kaden Newton’s mind when he competes in a 100-kilometre ultra marathon tomorrow.
Annie to become Australian citizen
Annie Merchant will become an Australian citizen today, five days before she’s set to give birth to an even newer citizen.
Clissolds’ commitment to the club
Behind the bar, sorting through lost property, registering players or cleaning the clubrooms – you never quite know where you’ll find Tina and Gavin Clissold on game day at Apollo Bay.
Colac’s ready to bring the heat
Level heads in the heat, positive mindsets and movement in the goal circle will be key to booking a grand final spot for Colac Tigers’ 17-and-under Division One netballers.
Young Swans defy the odds
When Micah Robb was sitting in a wheelchair as an 8-year-old watching his mates play sport, he longed for the day he was out there running alongside them.
Award winner seeing stars
Wild Victorian weather and a delayed flight to Sydney failed to stop Brent Martin from hearing his name called out as the winner of an Australian and New Zealand photography award.
Brigades need volunteer boost
Colac Fire Brigade captain Daniel Williams says people should consider putting their hand up for their community and join their local fire brigade.
Sharing their love of music
They may have a new home, but there’s nothing new about the happily infectious tunes of the Vanuatu Colac Local String Band.
Increase in animal cruelty reports
There’s been a rise in animal cruelty reports in Colac Otway, as the increasing number of seized and surrendered animals across the state causes concern for authorities.
Appeal for public to help find Barry
Police are appealing for public assistance to help find missing Colac man Barry.
Couple walks for ‘love and light’
A passion to support cancer patients and improve their quality of life is behind a Colac couples next charity venture.
Coach puts heart on the line
A Colac district football coach has won a state award for going above and beyond to champion mental health at his footy club.
Schools form a special bond
As a group of Northern Territory students prepared to return home after a visit to Sacred Heart Primary School, Yarralin’s Bronson turned to principal Jack Lenaghan with one simple message.
Changing Gears success
A group of Lavers Hill K-12 College GOALS campus students will soon take to the roads to learn the ins and outs of driving after completing a program to receive their learner permits.
Firefighter’s gruelling stair climb supports charities
Colac firefighter Aidan Barnhart has climbed 28 floors of a Melbourne motel to help fight cancer, suicide and depression.
Family bids farewell to Colac
Colac’s lake, gardens and community service groups are just some of the many things Pat and John Dunn will miss about Colac.
