Articles by Naomi Newcombe
Assistance brought comfort
Former Colac district resident Kathy Mahoney made the decision to end her suffering from motor neurone disease in March this year. Kathy’s husband Tony shared their story with Colac Herald journalist Naomi Newcombe in the hopes of helping people better understand voluntary assisted dying.
Monthly rainfall boost continues
The Colac district has enjoyed another day of rain, but still less than the downpour experienced earlier this month.
Finding freedom and community
Colac and district residents are invited to hear about the power of community from local refugee support groups this World Refugee Day.
Coastal trail strategy out
A new 10-year strategy will guide the future of the Great Ocean Road trails network.
Housing benefit to subdivision
An Irrewarra farmer has asked Colac Otway Shire Council to support a subdivision and house excision that would provide additional housing stock for the community.
Falling rocks close popular staircase
A popular Great Ocean Road tourist attraction has closed after heavy rain caused falling rocks.
Colac prices well below $1M national average
While the average Australian house price has reached $1 million for the first time, a local agent says Colac’s prices are still “well below the national average”.
Well-resourced, but no 24-7 plans: police
Victoria Police says Colac is “well-resourced” for officers, but has ruled out re-opening the city’s station counter 24 hours a day.