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Spraying company convicted, fined
A Colac district drone spraying business has been convicted and fined $15,000 for their mismanagement during aerial spraying.
City’s paramedic boost
A new graduate ambulance paramedic will start their career in Colac, as Ambulance Victoria welcomes its first intake of new recruits for 2026.
Cadel joins callout to the coast
A Surf Coast Shire Council campaign fronted by Australian cycling legend Cadel Evans is looking to entice travellers to have a coastal getaway at Lorne, with the chance to win local spend cards.
Bridging healthcare divide
Victoria’s mobile health clinic has announced its return to Apollo Bay, aiming to address barriers that rural women face when accessing healthcare.
Travellers left waiting at Colac
Colac and district commuters have faced more travel misery as suspended V-Line bookings lead to overcrowded trains during Easter and the start of school holidays.
Accused driver pleads not guilty, granted bail
A German tourist charged with causing a fatal collision at Simpson has been granted bail and is set to face trial for the allegations next month.
Homes headed for city
Work on a controversial public and affordable housing development at Colac’s Pound Road is expected to start next month.
Funds support health services
Colac Area Health has received a major boost to its mental health and alcohol and other drugs services.
Supporting district during trying times
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs both near and far from home.
Apostles centre taking shape
The Twelve Apostles Visitor Experience Centre has reached the next step in its development, with the façade now complete.
Homemade jumps removed, safety reminder
Colac Otway Shire Council has issued a reminder to community members about the dangers of homemade bike jumps on public land, with the council removing newly-constructed unauthorised jumps at Joiner Reserve.
Dignity donations making an impact
Colac and districts have donated more than 280 period products for the biannual Share the Dignity March Drive.
Strength of teams amid emergencies
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs both near and far from home.
Developing lifelong skills from junior to the frontline
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs both 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.
Free kinder program is expanding
Preschool-aged children across the Corangamite Shire are among a wider group set to benefit from a kinder shake-up.
Police highway blitz
Colac and district footy fans heading to South Australia for AFL Gather Round can expect an increased police presence on the way to and from the border.
Crews can apply in grant program
The State Government is encouraging Colac and district emergency service crews to apply for the newest grant round of the Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program.
Alleged teen thief set to front court
An 18-year-old Colac man is set to face court on multiple charges, including thefts across south-west Victoria.
Fire restriction end date announced for district
The Fire Danger Period end date has been announced for Colac Otway and Corangamite shires after a challenging fire season.
Reserve fix will kick off soon
The oval at Irrewillipe Recreation Reserve will be out of action for the start of the football and netball season, with a range of factors leading to the playing surface being deemed unsuitable.
Family appeal for answers after thieves target vehicle
An Elliminyt family has been left devasted after their Toyota LandCruiser was stolen from their home in the early hours of Monday morning.
Small population has big heart
Timboon and district residents have proved their big hearts can make a huge impact despite their small population, with the region’s $41,514 total topping the entire Colac district tally for the Good Friday Appeal.
Colac weather station online after short outage
The Bureau of Meteorology’s weather station at Mount Gellibrand is back online after an almost five-day outage.
Bail bid for accused driver
A German tourist charged with causing a fatal crash at Simpson last year will learn today whether his bail application is successful. The 19-year-old applied for bail at Warrnambool’s court last month, with the hearing taking place across multiple days and multiple court rooms. The charge of dangerous driving causing death relates to a crash […]
