Articles by Naomi Newcombe
Aus Day discussions on hold
An Australia Day celebration proposal for Colac Otway Shire has been put on hold for now, but it is likely to return for discussions in the future.
Council backs Kennett bus change
Colac Otway Shire Council has agreed to restrict large tourist buses from the township of Kennett River, but the decision will have to get through the state’s transport authority first.
Two dogs euthanised, rise in attack incidents
Two dogs have been euthanised in the past year in the wake of an increase in reported attacks in the Colac Otway community.
Committee members to advocate for yards
Three community members will help to provide advice and advocate for the Colac Regional Saleyards, after their new appointments to a committee.
Park petition gains 2409 names
A petition hoping to keep Meredith Park open for low or no-cost camping has amassed more than 2400 signatures – but there’s still no decision on the park’s future yet.
State-of-the-art Apostles plan
New details for the multi-million-dollar Twelve Apostles Precinct Redevelopment have emerged showing retail, dining and exhibition spaces as well as a breathtaking rooftop observation deck.
NO FOURTH: Crossing’s third crash in three years
A man has been airlifted to hospital in a critical condition following a crash at Elliminyt.
Fresh paint and a future vision
A historic Colac building has received a fresh lick of paint for its 100th birthday, but there’s plenty of future upgrades to come to help restore the building to its former glory.