Articles by Naomi Newcombe
See doctor before driving
Colac’s Magistrates’ Court has heard from two district motorists who were caught driving with suspended licences due to medical reviews.
Survey helps shape future
Colac Otway Shire Council wants to hear your opinion of the local sporting and recreation scene in the shire.
Islander journalist’s Colac comparisons
Swapping journalism in the Pacific Islands for news in Colac has given Ulutah Gina valuable insights into the nuances of journalism from across the seas.
Blaze debrief in Otways
A town meeting in the Otways this week will be a chance for community members to learn what to do when a fire looms.
Affordable homes at Elliminyt
More than a dozen affordable homes and land lease downsizer housing are included in a proposed development at Elliminyt.
Vehicles collide near Birre
A woman has been airlifted to hospital following a three-vehicle crash near Birregurra that police say could have easily been a fatality.
Hospital prepares for new worker housing
Colac’s health service will focus on a continuity of service as it transitions some of its providers to new properties ahead of new healthcare housing construction.
Burn-off ignites fire season concerns
“Everything’s ready to burn” Birregurra’s CFA captain Eddie Murnane says it’s going to be a big summer fire season with everything ready to burn, following an out-of-control burn-off this week.