Articles by: Hannah Toohey
Blaze restarts on Total Fire Ban Day
A six-month-old blaze that caused a fast-moving grass and scrub fire at Weerite, north-east of Camperdown, has prompted a timely reminder for the community.
Gellibrand campfire incident leaves injury
An incident at a Gellibrand campground over the weekend has been attributed to “alcohol and stupidity”.
Extreme fire conditions today
Colac and district is bracing for a day of “well above average” temperatures today, with a Total Fire Ban Day declared for south-west Victoria.
Cororooke Brolga Fest shows community best
The Cororooke Brolga Festival pulled in crowds to the district yesterday, with the event “growing every year”.
Dog trials create community
The Cressy Dog Trials stands as more than an opportunity for the skills of top working dogs to be put to the test.
Lake school’s splash of colour
The bright and beautiful new mural at Lake Colac School has touches from multiple creative minds.
Mick’s long walk supporting mental health
LET’S TALK Colac ambassador Mick O’Connor has walked a spectacular 180 kilometres to raise important funds and awareness for mental health.
Foundation closer to goal
Miller House participants have helped the Colac Area Health Foundation leap closer to its goal.
Police charge seven
Police have charged seven people following an alleged affray at Camperdown.
Surf Coast survey calls for opinions
Surf Coast Shire ratepayers could receive a phone call in the coming weeks as part of the 2025 Local Government Community Satisfaction Survey.
Keep eyes on the road this weekend
“It’s a time of year where people let their guard down.” RoadSafe Otway’s Matt Daniels has warned motorists to drive safely ahead of the long weekend.
Beginner business bootcamp
Budding businesspeople across Corangamite Shire can get a head start at an upcoming Camperdown bootcamp.
Firefighters urging caution for long weekend
CFA members have warned of the fire risk across the Colac district this long weekend, with “a spike in weather conditions” approaching on Monday.
Proposal could grow town
Corangamite Shire councillor Jo Beard says plans for a new subdivision proposal at Cobden will create “opportunity and growth” if they get over the line.
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.
