Articles by Naomi Newcombe
Understanding life’s ladder
Pansy ‘Pam’ Trigg is 97 and lives in Mercy Place, Colac. Her family began to notice signs of dementia when she was 85 – unsurprising changes at first which soon became more worrying.
Empowering anyone who is struggling
A Colac mental health advocacy group has set a goal to walk around the world next month to break mental health stigma.
Cash for recycling ready to hit Colac
Colac and district people will soon be able to recycle their cans, bottles and cartons for money at a reverse vending machine at Colac Plaza.
Festival prepares to celebrate sport
Colac and district community members are being invited to “come out and play” for the 64th Kana Festival.
Iconic arcade hits the market
An iconic piece of Colac’s history in Murray Street is up for sale.
OPPORTUNITY: Low unemployment and all-level jobs on offer
Job opportunities are at an all-time high in Colac with more than 110 jobs available in the city, as the regional Victorian unemployment rate hits the lowest rate on record.
Power network blitz prepares Otways for season
A maintenance blitz by Colac and district Powercor crews is preparing the Otways electricity network heading into summer.
Drug driver convictions serve as warning
Two drivers received convictions for drug driving in Colac court this week, serving as a warning for anyone contemplating driving under the influence of drugs.
