Articles by Rachel Simmonds
Prices firm in bigger market
Colac Regional Saleyards weekly cattle sale’s yarding size flourished, with prices remaining firm.
Bright tones take centre stage
A Colac self-taught artist has a knack for telling a story through acrylics and producing eccentric and colourful creations.
Roads body still looking at crash
The Department of Transport will continue to work with emergency services to investigate two recent single-vehicle crashes on Carlisle Road.
Fresh kinder impresses kids
Apollo Bay’s kindergarteners have kicked off the academic year with fresh facilities and a fun-filled first day.
MP wants fix for narrow roadway
A local MP says overgrown vegetation on Colac district roads is proving dangerous to motorists after a recent fatal crash near Carlisle River.
Lifejackets to be mandatory for rock platforms
Colac and district anglers will soon don lifejackets to prevent drownings when rock fishing at select high-risk sites.
Companies vie for state prize
A cluster of Colac district businesses were in the running for the state’s top tourism business awards.
Subdued New Year party
Colac’s Jenny Huang and her family have spent their Lunar New Year with delicious food, traditional activities, and taking time to reflect after a busy year.