Articles by: Zara Cuthbertson
Laneway water leak fixed
Barwon Water blocked off Colac’s Johnstones Lane this week to repair a leaking water main, which had caused water to flow down the lane for days.
New use for Point Grey site
Lorne’s iconic pier restaurant is set to take on a new life as a temporary art bazaar over the summer, while the community waits for a Point Grey precinct redevelopment project to begin.
Crews rescue injured cyclist
SES and ambulance crews have attended a mountain bike rescue at Forrest.
Months of work for top lights
After the months of planning, preparation and work for his Christmas lights display, Colac’s Rohan Murch says the community’s appreciation and positive feedback make it all worthwhile.
New adventure for Dave
Long-time ALC worker Dave Westwood has seen plenty of changes during his time at the abattoir, but after more than 40 years, he’s making a change of his own.
Hardship program for Barwon Water
A support program to help customers facing financial hardship and working towards reducing emissions and waste are highlights of Barwon Water’s 2021-22 annual report.
Grass fire spreads from burn
Fire crews and supporting aircraft have responded to a grass fire near Camperdown.
Wastewater flows to river
Barwon Water will continue releasing treated Class C recycled water to the Barwon River at Birregurra and Winchelsea after heavy winter and spring rain.
Winning light show
Colac, we have a winner!
Funding for campuses
A school maintenance blitz is set to upgrade facilities at Winchelsea and Alvie Primary School.
A warm welcome on Christmas Day
St Mary’s Parish Colac is inviting the Colac district community to embrace the festive spirit at its annual open Christmas dinner.
Fire damages farm shed
Colac Fire Brigade captain Daniel Williams says residents should prepare their homes for fire season, after firefighters responded to multiple incidents, including a blaze causing “significant damage” to a dairy shed.
Musical display wins contest
Judges from MixxFM and the Colac Herald have selected Colac’s most colourful and creative displays for this year’s Christmas Lights Competition.
Imaginative work for Hay Bale Trail
Alvie district residents have created a trail of 11 different hay bale displays for tourers to enjoy in the leadup to Christmas.
Warning over landslide dangers at coastal cliffs
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority has launched a new public safety campaign to raise awareness of the risks involved with cliff failure.
The end of an era for kids’ centre
As Colac’s Kidz Kingdom enters its final days, the team has thanked the community for their support over the years.
Dedication shines through for Lorne Year 12s
Lorne P-12 College had a small Year 12 cohort this year, but school dux Juna Hack’s result reflects the dedication of each student.
Two big reasons to celebrate
Colac Secondary College’s Thomas Hus celebrated two major milestones in one day – turning 18 and becoming the school’s dux.
Tough blow for Birregurra
A Birregurra business owner says words can’t describe the town’s disappointment after Falls Festival organisers pulled out of Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal planning approval processes.
More action for gas company
Beach Energy will start the next phase of its offshore gas project in the coming months, after completing its drilling campaign near Port Campbell earlier this year.
Playgroup leader is now a Legend
Melissa Oberin had been taking her granddaughter Delilah to Winchelsea Playgroup for only a couple of months before a bulk graduation of kids into kindergarten left the group at a standstill.
New courts for netball at reserve
Colac’s Eastern Reserve netball courts will close until February while workers upgrade court surfaces.
Fitness-focused schoolies enjoy Lorne
Lorne businesses and accommodation providers are experiencing a quieter schoolies week this year, with state borders open for the first schoolies in three years.
Commercial site for sale
A commercial site on Colac’s Murray Street has passed in at auction for $1.5 million.
