Articles by Hannah Toohey
Legacy’s ‘mighty’ contribution
Colac Otway Shire Mayor Chris Potter says Colac Legacy might be the smallest club in Australia but its contribution was “mighty”.
Quilter’s international success
Growing up at Pomborneit East, quilter Jen Kingwell has crafted an internationally acclaimed career from her local roots thanks to her creative skills.
Colac students ask R U OK?
Colac Secondary College students embraced the spirit of R U OK? Day yesterday with a barbecue, a touch of yellow, and conversation about the importance of checking in on your peers.
War on feral cats
Otway ecologists have backed the Federal Government’s new action plan to reduce feral cat numbers and prevent them from endangering or eradicating threatened species.
Irrewarra recorded as hot property
Irrewarra is one of the “most-searched” areas in the state by property buyers, according to recently released real estate data.
Rare native rat discovery
Ecologists and researchers have discovered a threatened species in the Otways, the rare native broad-toothed rat is more prevalent than they believed.
Drivers should expect delays for Gran Fondo
Anyone between Deans Marsh, Skenes Creek, Forrest and Lorne should plan for delays this weekend due to road closures for a major cycling event.
Port Campbell lifesaver receives top honour
Living his passion at Port Campbell Surf Life Saving Club has won Darcy Tribe a state award.