Articles by Zara Cuthbertson
Great Vic ride is a family affair
Colac father and son duo Matt and Darcy Simmonds say taking on the Great Victorian Bike Ride has been a valuable bonding experience.
High hopes for a busy summer
Great Ocean Road businesses and tourist attractions are looking forward to their first peak summer period out of COVID restrictions, with international visitor numbers looking promising.
Public summit on Ocean Road’s future
A special Great Ocean Road Summit every two years forms part of a strategy to involve the public in planning the region’s future.
Prepare for road disruptions
Colac district roads will face closures and traffic disruptions this week for a major bicycle touring event.
Riordan retains his seat in tight race
Colac and district’s incumbent MP has retained his seat in a tight race, but now faces the challenge of “managing two sets of expectations”, as Torquay becomes Polwarth’s new population centre.
Furry adventurers view the country
Colac district koalas have kept busy, with residents at Warrion and Skenes Creek spotting the furry freelancers out and about, despite recent harsh weather.
Poetry in motion at library
Budding Colac and district writers have gathered at Colac Library to try their hand at poetry through a workshop with author Brendan Ryan.
Car burns outside home
Emergency crews have attended a car fire at a Winchelsea residence.