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Court questions crash excuse
A Colac man who fled the scene after crashing into a parked car has told a court the incident was caused by a panic attack.
Theatre’s future is on the agenda
Colac Otway Shire councillors will meet behind closed doors on Tuesday to discuss the future of the city’s public entertainment complex.
Yvonne touring for cure in husband’s memory
“We’re all there for the same reason – to try and find a cure.”
Fire engulfs abattoir
About 20 firefighting units have worked across multiple hours to contain a fire at an abattoir west of Colac.
Colac couple’s golden milestone
An incidental meeting at the Geelong Railway Station was the starting point of Colac couple Glenda and Arthur Watson’s love story.
Petrol prices hold steady
Petrol price gouging in response to global conflict is yet to be seen in Colac, but motorists are watching the bowsers.
Reflection on fire season’s ‘wake-up call’
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs near and far from home. Colac Herald journalist Hannah Toohey is continuing to get in touch with members from brigades across the region to hear about their journey with the CFA.
Road police are out and about this weekend
As March remains the most dangerous time of year on Victorian roads, Victoria police have launched a statewide road policing effort targeting high risk driving and traffic offences across the Labour Day long weekend.
Colac Rotarians meeting growing demand of families
Colac Rotarians say demand is increasing for their food service, which is distributed to district school students in need.
Securing future for readers
The Rotary Club of Colac West has received a grant to continue its early literacy program supporting local families.
No conviction for resisting officers
A Colac man who drunkenly started smashing up his home before attempting to fight off police must pay $550.
Colours and culture for Holi Festival Storytime
Toddlers visited Colac Community Library on Wednesday morning for a special storytime introducing them the vibrant Hindu festival of Holi.
Snake bite surge prompts alert
Travellers and outdoorspeople are warned to be extra cautious this Labour Day weekend after Ambulance Victoria reported a recent uptick in snake bites.
Teachers donning swimsuits to save program
Winchelsea teachers have dived into the deep end to save their school’s swimming program, by becoming certified instructors.
Contract awarded for Apollo Bay road renewal
Roads surrounding Apollo Bay’s P-12 College and Great Ocean Road Health are set to be revamped after Colac Otway Shire Council awarded the contract for a planned road reconstruction project.
MPs demand action on crammed Colac train line
Overcrowding on Colac’s rail line has sparked fresh concerns about accessibility and passenger safety, with south-west MPs demanding urgent changes to the service.
Showcase inspires crowds
About 175 globe trotters have converged on Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre for an exciting holiday showcase.
Decades of service on the frontlines of fire
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs near and far from home. Colac Herald journalist Hannah Toohey is continuing to get in touch with members from brigades across the region to hear about their journey with the CFA.
Out of depth: court slams driver ignorance on Great Ocean Road
A Chinese tourist had been in the country for three days when she drove on the wrong side of the Great Ocean Road and collided head-on with a motorcyclist.
Victims moved by sculpture at Separation Creek
A Separation Creek couple has issued a public callout to a mystery artist who gave them something to smile about in their recovery process following a flash flooding event.
Lorne business fallout follows fire and floods
New data from Surf Coast Shire Council shows Lorne businesses are experiencing “serious economic impacts” following multiple natural disasters in January.
International travel plans uncertain following global conflict
Colac district travellers and agencies are navigating a period of uncertainty as international transit hubs close their airspaces amid global conflict.
Guilty plea follows work death of Colac district man
A poultry farm operator will be sentenced in court over the workplace death of a Colac district sportsperson.
Colac ram raid sparks information appeal
Police are appealing for information after offenders targeted a Colac business in an early-morning ram raid.
