Articles by: Ruby Manson
ANCHOR PLAN
A century-old anchor discovered in Lake Colac almost three years ago is a step closer to public display, Colac Otway Shire Council has confirmed.
Brothers, sisters teaming up
Colac’s Mallon siblings Jaxon and Sienna have taken the football field together for the first time for their beloved club Western Eagles.
A heartfelt birthday wish
Most 14-year-olds want clothes, the latest technology or videogames for their birthday, but not Charlotte Hardy.
Government boosts author’s pipe dream
The State Government has boosted an aspiring Apollo Bay children’s author’s career by distributing her story to 35,000 new parents.
Trekkers’ elation at Kokoda finish
The epic highs and challenging blows of the Papua New Guinea jungle proved no match for a group of Colac’s finest emerging leaders.
CFA say no suspicion to Camperdown blaze
The Country Fire Authority says a fire which destroyed a holiday home at Park Road, Camperdown, this week was not suspicious.
Colac netballers claim another big scalp
Colac netball co-coach Georgie Finn says the weekend’s scalping of fourth-placed St Albans is a sign of what’s to come.
Colac teenagers to tackle the gruelling Kokoda Track
Colac students and AKD Softwoods employees will tackle the legendary Kokoda Track this week in a “mutual investment” to foster aspirational leaders in Colac.
Week celebrates refugees
A Colac teacher has reflected on the enrichment families of diverse backgrounds have made to the community for Refugee Week.
Walkers boost multiple sclerosis fund
A Beeac family’s desire to raise awareness about multiple sclerosis has raised almost $900 for MS research.
Mother’s diagnosis inspiring daughters
Beeac sisters Rachel and Casey Parsons are racking up the kilometres this month to support multiple sclerosis research, a cause close to their hearts.
Eurack-born MP makes history
The weekend’s federal election was labelled an election of shocks, which was no exception for former Eurack woman Helen Haines.
Decision day looms for Pennyroyal Hall
Pennyroyal’s hall committee hopes to move be a step closer to restoring the beloved hall when Colac Otway Shire Council considers the building’s future this week.
Colac refugee faces an uncertain future
Since he was eight years old, Khadim Hussain has worked hard to make a life free of fear and persecution for himself and his family.
Crossroads upgrade on radar after crash
A concerned Irrewarra resident and emergency first responder is calling for safety upgrades to a district intersection following another crash.
Dairy shortage hits factory
Falling milk production in Australia has forced Fonterra’s Cobden factory to extend its annual dryer shutdown.
District shooter dominates national event
Podium finishes in each of Penny Smith’s events at a national shoot have kick-started her 2019 season and her push for Olympic Games selection.
Young basketballer shines on national stage
Strong defensive skills and an ability to nullify his opponents are features of Brady Hall’s game which appeal to his state basketball coach.
Rodeo rising star to hit USA
Switching disciplines in the equine arena is paying dividends for Cressy teen Casey Sanders.
Confusing backflip in baby’s visa case
Immigration officials have shattered an Otways family’s hopes of a reunion, telling them to take their baby on a 4000-kilometre trip for DNA testing.
Lorne physio sets new race record
Lorne physiotherapist Ellie Pashley has smashed the previous race record to take out the 2019 GMHBA Mountain to Surf run at the coastal town.
Fishing line causes seal death
A Kennett River wildlife carer is urging locals and tourists to properly dispose of rubbish after fishing line entangled and killed a seal.
Brigades face decline in volunteer firefighter numbers
Operational firefighter numbers have slumped in Colac and district, with almost 250 fewer than this time seven years ago as rural populations decline.
Family’s bundle of joy arrived early
John Mason Salas is the first baby to be born at Colac Hospital in 2019, arriving almost three weeks early.
