Articles by Naomi Newcombe
Call for more support for expectant mothers
A Geelong GP says the closure of Epworth Geelong’s maternity unit will have a big impact on Colac women.
Campaign to extend coastal bus service
A summer bus service from Colac to Lorne has been a success, Deans Marsh residents say, as they push authorities to extend the service.
Huge milestone for monument
Beeac Primary School students and staff braved the windy and rainy weather on Friday to commemorate 100 years since the unveiling of the town’s war memorial.
Rotten surprise for car winner: Vehicle towed over debt
Joy has turned to devastation for Colac’s Amelia Conway, after a debt collector repossessed and towed the vehicle she won in a raffle.
Flush reminder after Colac blockages
Repeated sewer blockages in Colac have prompted a reminder for residents to never flush anything other than toilet paper and human waste down the toilet.
Solidarity for church leadership
Leaders from Colac’s Catholic, Anglican and Presbyterian Churches have come together to echo Pope Francis and other churches’ leaders’ pilgrimage of peace in South Sudan.
Petrol thief faces court
A man who didn’t want to pay for his tank of fuel must pay $58 for the stolen petrol.
Heartbreaking $7000 hacking
Geoff Browes never thought he could fall for a scam, but after losing more than $7000 he wants to warn people of how easy it is to fall victim.