Articles by: Greta Lannen
Fisherman dies near Lorne
A fisherman has died at Sheoak Creek near Lorne.
New scanner for hospital
More Colac and district people needing a CT scan will be able to stay local, after the arrival of a new CT machine at Colac hospital.
Long drive for COVID test
South West Healthcare says COVID-19 testing clinics are not a realistic option for every rural town, after a report that a Camperdown resident had to pay to get tested at a local GP clinic.
Apollo Bay water safe to drink
Barwon Water has assured Apollo Bay residents that the town’s water is safe to drink.
Damage and theft of ute worth $100k
Colac police are appealing for information about the theft of a vehicle worth about $100,000.
Pokies losses fall amid lockdowns
Pokies losses in Colac Otway and Corangamite shires have halved from their pre-pandemic levels, the latest statistics show, likely due to COVID-19 restrictions and lockdowns.
Family support for Olympic debutante
A Colac district family will be cheering on their cousin as she makes her Olympic debut.
State vaccinates 44k south-west residents
The Barwon Public Health Unit has administered almost 138,000 COVID-19 vaccines across the Barwon region.
Exposure sites get removed
There are no COVID-19 exposure sites remaining at Geelong and Barwon Heads.
Colac kids back in class
Colac and district students and staff have returned to the classroom after the state’s latest lockdown.
Flu numbers remain low across area
The Health Department says Colac Otway has only recorded one flu case this year, despite local doctors reporting more.
School musical held off
The latest COVID-19 lockdown has forced the postponement of Trinity College Colac’s stage production.
Welcome move for VCE scores
Colac Secondary College Year 12 Seb Hay says special consideration for VCE students’ end-of-year results has given him and fellow students some peace of mind after a challenging and interrupted 18 months.
Students keep active at home
Elliminyt Primary School students have been making sure to have a bit of fun during their remote learning.
High testing rate continues
More than 400 Colac and district people had tests for COVID-19 during the state’s latest lockdown.
No localised vaccine data
The federal and state governments have administered more than three million COVID-19 vaccines in Victoria, but data showing how many Colac Otway people have had the jab is unavailable.
