Articles by: Naomi Newcombe
Warncoort life shaped Wendy
Wendy Harmer has spent decades as a renowned Australian author, comedian, radio presenter and television personality–but memories of her formative years living in the Colac district have never left her.
Careless driver gets conviction following courtroom walkout
A woman who refused to identify herself in Colac’s court has received a criminal record for her careless driving.
A good sign for Elliminyt crossroads
A high-risk accident zone west of Colac has received a safety boost that authorities hope will stop the number of serious crashes occurring.
Hundreds of families are supported by service
Colac’s family violence support service is seeing an average of 50 cases a month.
Driver off the roads for failing to report crash
A Colac district man fled the scene after hitting a pole with his vehicle, a court has heard.
Colac unites to end violence
The inaugural Walk for Respect transformed Colac’s Memorial Square into a sea of purple on Saturday, as 200 people gathered to say no to domestic and family violence.
Negotiations continue over commercial site
Colac’s biggest empty business building is now under contract, but it will be next year before any details are revealed.
Rider dies after crash
A Grovedale woman has been identified as the victim of a fatal motorbike crash in the Otways.
Ballot blips on the rise
Colac Otway Shire’s level of erroneous voting in the 2024 local election was almost double the statewide average, a recent report reveals.
Teenagers escape serious injury
Two teenagers were lucky to escape serious injury, after the car they were travelling in crashed into a tree.
Council plan sets four-year vision
Colac Otway Shire Council has locked in a four-year plan with housing, tourism and a Bluewater upgrade on the agenda.
Homes in farming zone given the green light
Three brand new homes will be built across farming land in the Colac Otway Shire, following council approval.
Apostles fee still possible
The State Government has not ruled out the potential for visitors having to pay to visit the Twelve Apostles.
Keep names and boost crowd
Colac Otway Shire’s reigning Citizen of the Year says there’s no need to rebadge the shire’s top honours.
Caution urged over Facecrooks
Community members have voiced support for traders who are posting footage of thieves at work.
Booze and shoes at proposed hub
Colac’s Khub would be roommates with Dan Murphy’s under a proposed plan to boost the struggling store.
Newest Apollo Bay gym awaits council approval
A proposal to turn an Apollo Bay warehouse into a workout space has reached Colac Otway Shire Council’s planning department.
Colac could be prime candidate
Colac’s former top cop says Victoria Police reforms could help bring highly trained officers back to the frontline–and he hopes Colac will be a trial site for the proposed changes.
Locals most common in coastal crashes, figures show
Everyone has a story of a close call on the Great Ocean Road.
Youth will rock house in Colac on Saturday
A music showcase designed and led by Colac Otway Shire youth is ready to rock the socks off audience members this weekend.
Days left to vote for youth photos
Colac Otway youth photographers have captured their view of everyday life, nature and community in the shire–and now it’s time to pick your favourite.
Four-year plan on agenda
Colac Otway Shire Council will have a jam-packed day tomorrow with four separate meetings scheduled to take place in the chamber.
Victim describes violent incident in Colac
Footage captures the moment that a man attacked a vehicle in Colac using the victim’s own hammer.
Man arrested over drug lab pleads guilty
A Colac man accused of running a secret drug lab has pleaded guilty to multiple trafficking-related charges.
