Articles by: Hannah Toohey
Paramedics called to Lorne collision
Authorities are continuing to investigate a Lorne car crash along a section of the Great Ocean Road.
Tired travellers stop at Colac
Colac Driver Reviver volunteers welcomed motorists from near and far across the Labour Day long weekend, which remains “one of the busiest weekends of the year”.
NDIS funding not keeping pace
A Colac district NDIS participant says her limited support hours have left her feeling “isolated”, with about half of her allocated funding going towards travel time.
Forrest club’s grant for inclusive cycling
Forrest Mountain Bike and Cycling Club’s new financial boost will allow the club to provide riding experiences for more people with disability.
Boosting support for youth
A Colac not-for-profit organisation says funding has come at a “critical time for the community” to support youth who are experiencing or at risk of family violence.
Drivers caught in weekend blitz
Colac Highway Patrol officers have flagged “a host of offences” during its latest roadside operation for the Labour Day long weekend.
Yvonne touring for cure in husband’s memory
“We’re all there for the same reason – to try and find a cure.”
Fire engulfs abattoir
About 20 firefighting units have worked across multiple hours to contain a fire at an abattoir west of Colac.
Colac couple’s golden milestone
An incidental meeting at the Geelong Railway Station was the starting point of Colac couple Glenda and Arthur Watson’s love story.
Reflection on fire season’s ‘wake-up call’
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs near and far from home. Colac Herald journalist Hannah Toohey is continuing to get in touch with members from brigades across the region to hear about their journey with the CFA.
Colac Rotarians meeting growing demand of families
Colac Rotarians say demand is increasing for their food service, which is distributed to district school students in need.
Showcase inspires crowds
About 175 globe trotters have converged on Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre for an exciting holiday showcase.
Decades of service on the frontlines of fire
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs near and far from home. Colac Herald journalist Hannah Toohey is continuing to get in touch with members from brigades across the region to hear about their journey with the CFA.
Horse show a massive hit
Equestrian riders have put their talents to the test at Colac’s Horse Show.
Victims moved by sculpture at Separation Creek
A Separation Creek couple has issued a public callout to a mystery artist who gave them something to smile about in their recovery process following a flash flooding event.
Lorne business fallout follows fire and floods
New data from Surf Coast Shire Council shows Lorne businesses are experiencing “serious economic impacts” following multiple natural disasters in January.
International travel plans uncertain following global conflict
Colac district travellers and agencies are navigating a period of uncertainty as international transit hubs close their airspaces amid global conflict.
Five firewood collection areas now open in Otways
Firewood collection areas in the Otways are now open to residents, but authorities say recent bushfire activity might cause sudden closures.
Shining a spotlight on women’s talent
Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre is set to host an inspiring afternoon in celebration of International Women’s Day.
Tree grant stream launches
Colac Otway Shire Council’s newest grant program has introduced a funding stream that is aimed at supporting the resilience of farms.
Visitors flock to Colac Otway region for huge weekend
Colac has become a hive of activity as the district played host to a series of major events in the busiest weekend of the year.
Colac family giving back to charity facing closure
Colac six-year-old George Maddern is thriving despite his ultra-rare condition, but his family say a charity close to their hearts is facing closure.
Committee seeks new faces
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority is welcoming expressions of interest for community members to join the Curdies River Coordinating Committee.
District callouts for grass blazes
High risk conditions remain in the region despite the summer season now over, with Colac district firefighters responding to multiple incidents in recent days.
