Articles by: Hannah Toohey
Teddy bears float through sky at Birregurra
Birregurra’s 2025 Australian Teddy Bear Parachuting Championships has pulled in crowds from around the district and beyond to watch teddies float through the sky.
Fuel lock to start, MP says no difference
A Colac district MP says the State Government’s new plan to reduce fuel costs will “make no difference” when motorists meet the bowsers.
Resilient Evie ready for new life chapter
Six years on from receiving a life-saving liver transplant, Colac’s Evie Wagner is ready for the next big chapter in her life to unfold in a matter of weeks.
Breeder raises $6K for Dolly
Bookar Angus breeder Margaret Hallyburton has raised another $6000 for Dolly’s Dream by donating two steers to the charity.
Loch Hart ends but no regrets
Colac export Jayden Bath has “no regrets” from the journey after calling time on his passion project, the Loch Hart Music Festival.
Detectives working district scrub blaze
Colac Crime Investigation Unit have confirmed there is still an ongoing active investigation into a “suspicious” Kawarren fire.
Don’t forget furry friends
CFA members and RSPCA Victoria have urged the Colac Otway community to include pets in their bushfire survival plans, amid increased fire activity this summer.
Warning for dry Otways
Forest Fire Management Victoria has issued another warning about the dry conditions of the Otways, after recent bushfires in the area.
Tributes flow for family man
"You wouldn’t meet a more compassionate man in your life.” Crowds gathered yesterday to honour local legend Vic Argento, who was best known for forming Colac business Argento Panels almost 50 years ago and always being ready to lend a helping hand.
Lili shares unforgettable trip
Apollo Bay’s Lili Mill has soaked up the trip of a lifetime travelling through the depths of Africa.
Charlie the King of Parkes
Not many teenagers spend their 16th birthday performing at an Elvis festival.
Otillia marks new generation
Meet Otillia Alger, who is the first baby born in Colac in 2025.
Teddies to take flight at Birre
It’s a magical spectacle and a day of fun – teddies floating through the air at Birregurra.
Weaner sale yards almost 2600
The Birregurra Steer, Weaner and Female Sale has set in hopes for a positive season to come.
More venues needed in Colac
An online post has sparked discussion about how to re-energise the city’s nightlife.
Colac rocker remembered
Tributes are continuing to roll in for old-school Colac rocker Stuart Wood, who was instrumental to the local music scene.
Campfire caused Otways blaze
Colac Crime Investigation Unit are continuing to appeal for witnesses at last week’s Cape Otway blaze, which was caused by a campfire.
Two injured during Gellibrand rollover
A car rollover at Gellibrand left two people injured on the weekend, with crews also attending an accident on the Great Ocean Road.
Leaders laud locals’ response
CFA District Six assistant chief fire officer Craig Brittain says Cape Otway’s bushfire “definitely could have been a lot more serious than what it was”, due to the extremely dry terrain this season.
Police investigate cause of accident
Police are still investigating the cause of a single-vehicle road incident at Deans Marsh.
Aircraft prepared for fire response
Two aircraft stationed in the Colac district are ready to respond over the summer season, including the biggest single-engine helicopter in the world.
Brigades praised for giving aid
CFA District Six assistant chief fire officer Craig Brittain has thanked all district brigade members who attended the Grampians bushfires, which was declared contained this week.
Multiple fires during ban day
With illegal campfires recurring at Meredith Park across the weekend, multiple CFA members have issued fresh warnings to campers.
Fire volunteers commended
After responding to more than 285 calls last year, the Colac Fire Brigade is looking ahead to new challenges and achievements in 2025.
