Articles by Naomi Newcombe

  • Lake Colac not safe for human contact

    The Environmental Protection Agency is asking members of the public to report potential contamination sources at Lake Colac following testing that found the lake above the recommended levels for safe human contact.

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  • Change clocks, check smoke alarms for daylight savings

    Daylight savings time is finally here, so get ready to enjoy more daylight hours but don’t forget to change your clocks and check your smoke alarms this weekend.

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  • Councillor thanks community

    Colac Otway Shire councillor Kate Hanson wants to say thank you to the community that has supported her during her eight years serving in a councillor position.

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  • Serving community inspires candidate

    An eagerness to serve the community and express their concerns at a local government level, Cororooke resident Kerrie Thackeray is hoping to be elected as a Colac Otway Shire councillor at this month’s election.

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  • Retired Colac butchers reminisce

    A fascination with Colac and a desire to learn more about his family history, author and researcher Alan Doyle has been mapping the history of Colac district butchers.

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  • Farmers welcome support: Colac region eligible for drought package

    Larpent farmer and Dairy Farmers Victoria president Mark Billing has welcomed State Government drought assistance for struggling south west farmers but says decent rainfall is still needed for the ultimate relief.

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  • Application for Grey River property

    Colac Otway Shire Council has received plans for a new two-storey house on the Great Ocean Road.

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  • Protect the Hooded Plovers

    Locals and visitors are urged to follow precautions to help ensure the survival of Hooded Plovers nesting at a new site at Lorne.

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