Articles by: Zara Cuthbertson
Police on the hunt for stolen vehicle
Police are appealing for information on a missing ute, stolen from a Winchelsea address overnight on Friday.
Local dairy leader optimistic
Larpent dairy farmer and WestVic Dairy board member Jacqui Suares says favourable farmgate milk prices for the 2023-24 season should re-build local farmers’ “confidence” in the dairy industry.
Eagles shock Imps
Colac Imperials coach Paul Liistro says Saturday’s downpour made for an “arm wrestle” midway through their slow 13-point win against the Eagles.
Thousands of fish for lake
Lake Colac will get more than 5000 additional fish year, thanks to the lake’s consistently high water levels.
Welfare centre almost ready
A new resource to help alleviate cost-of-living pressures for Colac and district residents is on the horizon, with a new Salvation Army welfare centre set to open its doors in the coming weeks.
Cowgirl invited to Canada
Colac cowgirl Jorja Milverton is set to take her lifelong passion to new heights after receiving an invitation to compete in Canada’s world-class horse-riding event, the Calgary Stampede.
Ploughers battle for nationals
Australia’s best ploughers battled it out for national and state glory in the Colac district, demonstrating their finest skills in the paddock.
Farm work rewarding for vet
Large-animal vet Tom Loughnan says he feels lucky to enjoy the rural lifestyle of Colac through his work.
Demand still high for milk
Saputo Dairy Australia and Fonterra have announced their opening milk prices for the 2023-24 milk season, with the milk processors anticipating an increase in global demand.
Walkers break down barriers
More than 200 people gathered to show their support in raising awareness for mental health for Winchelsea’s first Conquer the Corrugations walking event.
Crafty talents shared
The skills and craftwork of Polwarth’s Country Women’s Association members were on display at the CWA Craft Day at Ss John’s Hall on Friday, where the association’s best cakes, preserves, quilts and more collected awards for first, second and third prize.
Rescue from chilly dam
Emergency services have rescued a man and his dog after they got trapped in a dam near Birregurra.
New focus for district farm icons
More than 100 years of dairying legacy will come to a close at the Cairnbrae Jersey final dispersal sale.
Duck season ends for district hunters
Colac and district duck hunters have until tomorrow night to complete the last of their shooting as the season comes to an end.
Temporary pools ‘wasteful’
Polwarth MP Richard Riordan says the State Government spending $110 million on “temporary” Commonwealth Games swimming pools is “a slap in the face” to the electorate.
Bulla first in with new season’s milk price
Colac’s Bulla Dairy Foods has opened the 2023-24 season with a milk price decrease, after describing the current market as “uncertain”.
Arts raise abuse awareness
Colac’s Second Sea Scouts are inviting the community to join an arts and crafts session to raise awareness of elder abuse.
Variety excites Elise in new role
For livestock agent Elise Strang, no two days are ever the same.
Renovations progress at Cororooke theatre
Renovations to upgrade and extend the Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery are officially underway.
Shared passion for history thrives in Colac
Colac and District Family History Group members have gathered to celebrate National Volunteers Week, which coincided with two very special milestones for the organisation.
Life-saving help for Cressy
Community members at Cressy have received a life-saving donation thanks to an agricultural community program.
Walkers wear pink for Mother’s Day Classic
More than 100 runners, walkers and supporters donning their brightest shades of pink braved the cold, foggy weather to participate in Colac’s annual Mother’s Day Classic. Attendees at Sunday’s event walked or ran three kilometres around the Colac Botanic Gardens in support of breast cancer research and awareness.
Coast hits the small screen
Lorne and Apollo Bay have enjoyed 15 minutes of fame on the small screen, featuring on an episode of the Channel Nine television series Postcards.
Rate rises hit rural residents
Colac Otway Shire farmers and rural property owners are set to feel the pinch of rate rises after the release of the council 2023-2024 draft budget.
