Articles by Jennifer Chiu
Abuse victim sues church and state
A FORMER Colac children’s home resident says she wants justice for an alleged rape which happened when she was in state care.
Evacuation fire drill for Lavers Hill
AN “EVACUATION-STYLE drill” will test a Colac district town’s reaction to a bushfire.
Birregurra festival organisers excited
ORGANISERS say a rock wall, snake man, live music and stalls aplenty will ensure this year’s Birregurra Weekend Festival has something for everyone.
Treasure hunt’s golden prizes
A COLAC district search for golden gumboots has kicked off, encouraging families to explore the Old Beechy Rail Trail.
Councillors oppose fire levy collection
COLAC district’s civic leaders have opposed a State Government fire services levy proposal which could add 30 per cent to ratepayers’ bills.
Controversial plans to revamp Colac CBD
COLAC’S top public servant says people might find proposals to revamp central Colac controversial.
Councillors cool on cash for Bluewater
CIVIC leaders will fix Colac district’s worst bridges instead of extending a gym.
New vision to improve Colac business district
A NEW vision for Colac includes more trees, underground powerlines, fewer car parks and action on abandoned petrol stations.