Articles by Ruby Manson
New actions to improve notorious intersection
The infamous Princes Highway “Blue Church” intersection is undergoing a major safety upgrade which aims to assist cars turning onto the highway at Nalangil.
Quiet space at cemetery
A new office at Colac Cemetery will allow for restoration of its federation rotunda into a reflection space for visitors.
Poo transplants saving koalas
Faecal transplants in Cape Otway koalas have successfully expanded the marsupials’ diet, providing a potential solution to habitat loss.
Mixed views on meat idea
A Colac butcher and Barongarook sanctuary owner and activist are the latest to weigh in on a controversial meat-free Monday proposal for politicians.
Quiz master chases his dream
Brydon Coverdale has come a long way from being the youngest child trying to prove himself to his siblings during boardgames at their Camperdown dairy farm.
Girl, 17, suffers injuries in fall
An Apollo Bay teen has a swollen jaw, cuts and bruises after unrestrained dogs spooked the horse she was riding, causing her to plummet to the ground.
Bomber follows father’s path
Former Colac district netballer Lauren Theodore admits that her father Stephen was far from thrilled to hear his only daughter was taking up football.
Coaching call-up for young Cat, 21
“You don’t usually get these opportunities so it’s a great from a club point of view to see if he could be the next coach.”