Articles by Naomi Newcombe
Birre upgrade receives pledge
The Birregurra community has welcomed a $450,000 federal election pledge to help build new female change rooms.
Recognition for Lions volunteer
A dedicated community volunteer has received an award for his commitment to Colac.
Community-minded Kathy remembered
Former Alvie resident Kathy Mahoney will be remembered for her compassionate nature and lifelong community commitments.
Milk tanker flips, man airlifted
Police are investigating a crash that saw a Warrnambool district man airlifted to hospital following a milk tanker rollover south-west of Camperdown.
Timely drive thru reminder
Colac Highway Patrol has issued a message to keep your eyes on the road after a woman leaving the McDonalds drive thru collided with a parked vehicle.
Farm proposal seeks grant
A regenerative farm in Colac would blossom with fresh fruits and vegetables, providing opportunities for the community to enjoy affordable fresh produce, learn farming skills and foster connection, a grant submission says.
Old lighting moves netballers, fee waiver sought
Colac District Netball Association’s junior winter competition hopes to play its 2025 season at Bluewater Leisure Centre at a reduced rate, after the lighting for its current home became unusable.
Federal MP returns to former school
A former Colac district woman who is now a federal MP has dropped into her former high school to share the impact of community-driven representation.