Articles by Naomi Newcombe

  • Independent review raises care concerns

    Colac Otway Shire Council will continue to play a role in aged care services for the community, following a decision at this week’s council meeting.

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  • Community recognition

    Former mayor, nurse and volunteer Lyn Russell has been recognised as the 2024 Colac Otway Citizen of the Year while Apollo Bay teen Joseph Ames received the title of Young Citizen of the Year.

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  • Colac site considered for housing

    Colac Otway Shire Council will plan an affordable and key worker housing blueprint based on two sites including the former Colac Specialist School in Wilson Street.

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  • Planning for homes, sheds and additions

    Plans for houses, extensions and agricultural buildings have reached Colac Otway Shire Council planning officers’ desks.

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  • Lions dedicate time to station

    Colac Lions Club members have dedicated their time to  beautifying the entrance of the Colac Railway Station, after receiving a grant from Keep Australia Beautiful Victoria.

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  • New TAFE arrangement for Colac from 2025

    South West TAFE is set to become the preferred provider for Vocational Education and Training in Colac from next year.

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  • Nurses and midwives continue industrial action

    Victorian nurses and midwives will continue industrial action this week, after rejecting the latest pay offer from the State Government.

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  • Push to reduce G21 input

    A Colac Otway Shire councillor wants to reduce the council’s contribution to the G21 Geelong Region Alliance and is hoping to get support from fellow councillors.

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