Articles by: Zara Cuthbertson
Buyers can expect good quality stock
Despite a smaller yarding, Nutrien livestock agent Phil Douglas says buyers can still expect quality stock at this Friday’s April Store Cattle Sale.
Study tour ideal for networking
Beech Forest dairy farmer Tori Towers says her recent study tour in New Zealand was the perfect opportunity to build her network and meet new people.
Sharing emotions through art
“You can carry your emotions and stories into something that others can experience, which gives the opportunity for people to connect with each other and change the world.”
Teenage leaders share CSC’s vision
Colac Secondary College staff and students are looking forward to welcoming families to their open night to showcase all the school has to offer.
Family supports Memphis dream
“At the start of the year I would never have thought that any of this would be happening.” Since making waves at the Parkes Elvis Festival in January, Colac rising star Charlie Gaylard’s year is just getting started. Not only has the 15-year-old been invited to perform at Parkes again next year, he’s also set […]
Competition heats up for Colac Fire Brigade
The Colac Fire Brigade are gearing up to bring the heat at this year’s state championships at Mooroopna.
Pumpkins, horses and new award
Pumpkin competitions, speed knitting, dog jumping and horses – the Apollo Bay and Otway District Agricultural Show is back for its 64th year.
Kana triggers sport flashback
Tomorrow’s Colac Kana Festival parade is shaping up to be a sporty sensation!
Deans Marsh producers grow tastes of Tuscany
When Michael Coates and Anne Mutimer purchased their Deans Marsh property 11 years ago, the pair never pictured themselves operating a gold-medal-winning olive grove and vineyard.
Temperatures set to soar
With temperatures set to soar across the state this Labour Day long weekend, the CFA is urging Victorians to be prepared for persistent fire risk as they embark on their travels.
Women welcome to come and try
In celebration of International Women’s Day, the CFA is hosting a Women’s Come and Try Day at the Colac Fire Brigade to encourage more women to get involved in firefighting and other roles.
French student calls Colac home
Although she’s thousands of miles from her home in southern France, 16-year-old Meline Laguerre says living in Colac isn’t so different from her usual life on the other side of the world.
Musical movie memories
The Colac Chorale is set to deliver a nostalgic concert bringing back memories of movies from yesteryear, including classic songs going back all the way to the 1930s and ‘40s.
New opportunities for local students
Colac Secondary College students with a passion for agriculture and horticulture can now develop skills and work towards a qualification onsite at school, thanks to the construction of new shed.
Founders Day celebration for Scouts
Scouts from across the Otway Plains District have gathered to celebrate the birthday of Scouting founder Lord Robert Baden-Powell.
Services battle heat, wind
More than 80 firefighters battled a 100-hectare blaze north of Cressy, which forced the closure of the Colac-Ballarat Road on Wednesday night.
Perfect weekend in Gellibrand
It was a rocking weekend of blues tunes, fresh blueberries, great stalls and great company at the Gellibrand River Market.
Car and bike enthusiasts to descend on Colac
Whether you’re a car enthusiast, or simply looking for a way to spend a great family day, the Colac Show ‘N’ Shine is the perfect day out this weekend.
Get ready for golf event!
Colac Area Health Foundation is again giving local businesses the opportunity to sponsor and support Colac Area Health, while enjoying a round of golf at Colac’s picturesque Golf Club.
Long-lunch fundraiser
Enjoy delicious local produce and beverages, catch up with friends, all while supporting a good cause at this year’s Colac’s Longest Lunch.
Planting the seed for a native venture
From academia to establishing her own wattle seed farm, Red Rock Wattle’s Sharyn Meade has planted the seed for a unique new venture in farming.
Local Scouts on NZ adventure
Beau Woods and Samuel Butler have spent two weeks on the northern island of New Zealand, taking on a range of challenges and making lots of new friends from all over the world.
Fires, heat keep crews busy
Colac district CFA crews battled two fires in two days earlier this week and were on high alert yesterday, with scorching temperatures and winds reaching more than 85 kilometres an hour.
Colac doctor’s life re-enacted
The Colac and District Family History Group has brought a 19th-century story to life as part of a decade-long research project.
