Articles by Lydia Kennedy
Lawyer retires after 51 years
A COLAC lawyer is closing his law books after a “satisfying” 51-year career in the industry.
Cyclist joins ride for mental illness
A MENTAL health advocate will cycle along the Great Ocean Road to raise awareness and help reduce the stigma attached to mental illnesses.
Water-saving methods vital for berry grower
A COLAC district berry farmer says he needs five to ten millimetres of rain a week to sustain his crops over summer.
Clubs appeal for gifts for vulnerable families
COLAC Rotary and Colac West Rotary clubs are helping the Colac district’s most vulnerable families through a Christmas Toy and Gift Appeal.
Shops must lift game on wheelchair access
A COLAC man has called for Colac retailers to become more wheelchair-friendly, after lack of access prevented his wheelchair-bound wife from using Colac businesses.
Cat’s shooting angers owner
A COLAC cat almost died after someone shot it with an air rifle and left it for dead.
Truck full of cattle rolls on highway
A TRUCK driver had a lucky escape after his B-double truck rolled west of Colac on the Princes Highway yesterday.
Sleepout raises homeless issue
COLAC and district youths are sleeping rough to raise awareness of homelessness within the community.