Articles by Zara Cuthbertson
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.