Articles by Naomi Newcombe
Council to hear flag policy views
Three people will share their views on Colac Otway Shire Council’s draft flag policy at a meeting this week.
Money for student expenses will help families
A Colac primary school council president says the State Government announcement of a $400 bonus for students was a “real comforting thought” for families dealing with cost-of-living pressures.
Annual Otways Trail run raises $25K for hospital
A $25,000 donation from the Colac Rotary Club to the Colac Area Health Foundation will be spent on vital equipment for Colac Area Health’s maternity care services.
Colac Otway to consider plans
Colac Otway Shire Council has received plans to build three additional houses on a block in Colac’s Campbell Street.
Retirement time for Peter
In preparation for his first day of work at the local water authority more than 44 years ago, a 17-year-old Peter Brown went out and purchased an alarm clock.
Warehouse plans on council desks
Plans for storage sheds for Colac’s Water Supply Specialists have reached the desks of Colac Otway Shire Council’s planning officers
WHO WILL STAND?: Community considers Colac Otway election
With less six months to go before the 2024 local government elections take place, more than half of Colac Otway Shire councillors are still undecided on whether they will seek re-election.
But a local business owner and Barwon Downs mum are ready to put their hands up, while a former mayor is considering re-running after a four-year break.
Mayor hopes reforms will improve conduct
Colac Otway Shire Mayor Marg White says she hopes that with “good training and a clear understanding of what is expected”, councillor conduct across the state will improve.