Articles by Naomi Newcombe
Operator shares visitor vision
“If we unearth all the history and positive things about Colac for our local people, it’ll end up transferring into the mindsets of our visitors as well.”
Council to chip in for Bay reserve
A $200,000 Colac Otway Shire Council contribution will assist an upgrade of Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve, if the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is successful in getting a Federal Government grant.
Young artists called to create
Colac Otway youths can unleash their inner artist at three exciting workshops these school holidays.
Cororooke bakery wants bread, booze
A proposed Cororooke bakery wants to sell booze alongside its bread and baked goods, a new planning application says.
ROAD FOCUS: Host of local projects on new election wishlist
A Colac East road upgrade, a Colac bike park and a host of community facility upgrades are on Colac Otway Shire Council’s advocacy list ahead of next month’s federal election.
Music to celebrate 160th gardens anniversary
Masterful music from the Colac City Band will fill the Colac Botanic Gardens this weekend as the community celebrates 160 years of the gardens.
Council apology for rates glitch
Colac Otway Shire Council has issued an apology following a rates bill notifications glitch.
Farmers need drought policy
A Colac and district MP is calling on the State Government to fast-track a drought management policy for farmers suffering in the south-west.