Articles by: Naomi Newcombe
Scooter teens’ heartwarming act in Colac
A group of teenagers has received community praise for springing into action and helping an elderly woman cross the road this week.
THIEVES IN FEEDS: More traders naming and shaming on Facebook
Colac and district businesses are taking to social media to name and shame as a way of fighting back against shoplifters.
Officials clear road for race
Organisers of a Great Ocean Road cycling race set to take place next weekend are confident in the course, despite residents raising safety concerns about road conditions.
Reserve’s tents now open
Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve’s “glamping” tents have officially opened as part of a $5-million investment in the coastal town’s reserve.
Decaying highway claiming more cars
Colac vehicle towers are rescuing multiple cars each day that are falling victim to dangerous potholes on the Princes Highway.
Tired driver causes crash
A man who made a “near-fatal mistake” when he fell asleep and crashed head-on into another car has walked from court with a $400 fine and no criminal conviction.
Roads in region among worst
State-managed roads in Colac Otway Shire have been marked as some of the worst in Victoria, new safety data reveals.
Kidnapped victim taken to Colac
A Geelong man travelled to Colac with a victim he kidnapped to show off to his associates, a court has heard.
Colac journalist speaks on guest panel
Presenting at a national conference in Sydney isn’t your typical day for a Colac Herald journalist – but that’s exactly what happened late last month.
Users should pay for Apostles
Visitors to the Twelve Apostles would be charged a fee to enter the iconic tourist destination under a strategic vision by a local council and regional tourism body.
Deception offences increase
Criminal offence rates in Colac Otway have reached an eight-year high, with the figures mirroring a state-wide rise in crime.
Meet the man at shire’s helm
Colac Otway Shire Council’s new chief says his appointment to the role is a fresh start, and he is keen to help make the shire a destination.
International speeder caught without licence
An international student won’t be steering any road trips for a while, after he was caught at 159 kilometres on the Princes Highway near Warncoort.
Former employee must repay $35K
A former G21 employee must pay back more than $35,000 to the alliance following years of misappropriating funds from the non-profit regional advocacy group.
Consider alternatives, protect online orders
Colac and district residents are being urged to take key steps to protect their online orders from opportunistic thieves.
Fierce winds grip region, rain is welcomed
Wild winds kickstarted October after a month of below-average rainfall in September.
Plans lodged for Bay’s hub
Plans for an Apollo Bay community hub at the site of the town’s former kindergarten have reached Colac Otway Shire Council planning officers’ desks.
Alleged driver disputes charge
A district man will contest charges that accused him of being behind the wheel of a car at more than 130 kilometres an hour.
Council proposes evening bus parking ban
Buses would be banned from parking in a section of Colac’s Murray Street during the evening under a new proposal.
First Colac parkrun a success
Colac’s very own parkrun has officially kicked off, with more than 50 people taking part in the inaugural event.
Thanking our force
These are just a few of the faces who help keep our community safe in Colac and district.
Breaking e-scooter rules is costly
Did you know there’s a $300 fine for riding your e-scooter on the footpath. If you’re under 16, that’s another $300. No helmet? $400.
Rex kicks goals at the MCG
Six-year-old Rex Sutherland has capped off his first year in football with a dream come true: playing at the MCG on Grand Final day.
District youth learn media skills from experts
Budding media and marketing moguls have learnt what it takes to work in the industry from Colac and district experts.
