Articles by Naomi Newcombe
$400 fine for L plate driver
A learner driver must pay a $400 fine after driving while suspended and not displaying her L plates.
Federal boost for shire roads projects
Local roads and community infrastructure in the Colac Otway, Corangamite and Surf Coast Shires will have an extra boost with from Federal Government funding.
Bringing people together for Neighbourhood House Week
Colac’s Neighbourhood House will celebrate Neighbourhood House Week with an afternoon tea tomorrow.
Chemical clean-up complete
The clean-up of a former fuel depot that was wafting chemical smells in Colac’s Wilson Street is now complete.
Higher rates the cost of rise in house prices
An increase in property prices means that Colac Otway Shire households will likely pay higher rates for their residential, farming and commercial properties.
Council to report rates cash distribution
Colac Otway Shire Council will update its geographic rate distribution each year and share it with the community as part of its Rating Strategy review.
Carefree art soothes teen
Imaginative and carefree is how Colac artist Tianna Beckett describes her art that helps her to clear her thoughts.
Birre boost: Win for families after fight for playground replacement
Birregurra children can celebrate a $275,000 win, with Colac Otway Shire Council’s draft budget including a redevelopment of the town’s degraded playground.