Articles by: Hannah Toohey
Recognition for Corangamarah aged care worker
With today marking Aged Care Employee Day, Corangamarah Residential Aged Care’s Kathryn Tupene says the hard work of her fellow staff fuels her passion within the job.
Housing crisis highlighted
Over 300 blue origami houses displayed at Colac Library this week serve as a reminder of the “urgent need” of housing across the region.
Camp Quality market collects vital funds
Colac Camp Quality Convoy for Kids has raised an impressive $4400 at their indoor market over the weekend.
Otways extravaganza arrives
Otways Winter Festival is fast approaching, with the fantastic festival set for this Sunday.
Raising stroke awareness
With one Australian experiencing a stroke every 19 minutes, Colac and district locals are urged to learn a simple message which could save a life this National Stroke Week.
Plantation concerns for buyer
Sherry Marshall says everything “turned to dirt” after settlement on her dream home in Kennedys Creek.
Appreciating life after stroke
Three years on from her stroke, Gaye Forster appreciates every little thing in her life.
Inspired by Willow and everyday life
Irrewarra artist Denise Mitchell is inspired by everyday life around her when it comes to her printmaking.
News in Brief
The latest news in brief from around the district.
Poor reviews for patch of Princes Highway
The Princes Highway, west of Colac, has been ranked number eight in a list of the 12 worst roads in Victoria, according to a road-user survey.
Spectacular rehearsal
Colac and district schools have got their groove on at a regional hub dance rehearsal at Colac Primary School.
Festival set to bring community together
A stallholder for the upcoming Otways Winter Festival has praised the event’s ability to bring the community together.
Colac feels like home for John
Moving from Vanuatu nearly three years ago, John Lapalui hopes to continue calling Colac home into the future.
Winter fuel reduction kicks off at Lorne
A winter fuel reduction program is underway in Lorne, in preparation for fire season.
Special meaning behind prints
The new print exhibition at Colac Makers’ Space showcases pieces that “mean something” to each of the exhibiting artists.
Funding for Corangamite projects
Community and individual projects will share in more than $220,000 from Corangamite Shire Council’s 2024-2025 grants program.
‘Country Fair’ comes to Kana
The 2025 theme for Colac Kana Festival is set to pay homage to its new location, while also honouring traditional features of Kana.
District CFA member deployed to Canada
Local CFA member Betty Robilliard is among 26 Victorian emergency services personnel assisting Canada in battling wildfires.
First year for community centre
Marking one year since the opening of Colac Salvos’ community centre, the highlight for Paul Trotter and Josiah Van Niekerk has been seeing the “growth and connection within the community”.
Speed alerts arrive
VicRoads staff have been busy installing 40kmh speed limit signs in central Colac this week.
Caleb’s art keeps fire burning
The drive behind artist Caleb Clarke’s participation in his first exhibition is “keeping the fire burning”.
Colac rental demand, prices remain steady
Colac real estate agents say demand for rentals is remaining steady, while four-bedroom, two-bathroom homes are “sought after” by tenants.
Youth mental health forum coming to Colac
An event providing parents, caregivers, and club personnel with vital knowledge and skills to support youth mental health and wellbeing is coming to Colac this month.
Fashion fundraiser a massive hit
Meriba Service Club of Colac’s vintage fashion fundraiser has raised more than $4300 to give back to the community.
