Articles by Lucinda Ormonde
Hypnotic treatment saves life and cash
A Simpson man who smoked more than 80 cigarettes a day says he quit smoking after trying hypnotherapy.
Blame rain for fallen branch
A tree surgeon and arborist has blamed heavy rain for an elm tree branch crashing into Colac’s Murray Street.
Teen’s music dream comes true
Studying music at the University of Melbourne has been a dream for Colac’s Tegan Murray for “a really long time”.
Colac students enjoy leadership retreat
Three Colac Secondary College students had the experience of a lifetime at a Year 12 leadership camp.
Dairy company is milking strong global conditions
A rise in milk prices from dairy company Fonterra has put smiles on the faces of south-west dairy farmers.
Upcoming heat could harm cows
A peak Australia dairying body has warned dairy farmers to be aware of the risk of heat stress on cows.
Secluded sanctuary hosts music festival
In a secluded bush valley, the Turramurra Folk Music Bush Camp brings together creatives of all ages for a weekend of music and art.
V-Line to consult farmers over cattle deaths on line
Rail authorities are working with Colac district farmers to eliminate livestock deaths on railway tracks.