News
Colac bakery crowned as Victoria’s favourite
Colac’s Hulms Bakery has received a new statewide honour, taking out the title of Victoria’s Favourite Pie.
Residents demand safety fix
“We’re not going to stop.”
Lorne community votes against plan
Almost 200 Lorne residents have gathered to vote against a Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority proposal to repurpose the town’s historic co-op building.
Missing man drowned at fishing spot
The presumed death of a man who disappeared off a Great Ocean Road fishing spot last year has been labelled an unfortunate accident by a coroner.
Colac Cadets’ future hangs in the balance
The Colac Cadets gathered at Memorial Square yesterday to acknowledge the end of the First World War, but it could be their last Remembrance Day parade with their 40-year existence under threat.
Advised traffic detours due to wind farm works
A section of the Colac-Ballarat Road will be closed from today for works at the Golden Plains Wind Farm.
Surf Coast count on new candidate
A Greens candidate has been elected as the newest Surf Coast Shire councillor, following a second countback.
Array of talent at popular show
Hundreds of visitors from across the region and beyond have gathered to see an array of creativity at the Birregurra Art Show.
Teen dance party to return
Teens can glow up the evening in Colac this month at a new underage DJ dance party.
Colac performers ready for event
A star-studded Colac Otway musical line-up is set to entertain audiences at this year’s Christmas by the Lake.
Service honour for firefighters
Cororooke Fire Brigade has honoured its members for their commitment to the brigade, while warning to be vigilant with another testing fire season ahead.
Sondra makes Melbourne Cup mark
As Colac’s Sondra Tillack continues to follow her passion for fashion, she never expected to receive an honour at one of Australia’s biggest racing days of the year.
Advocates welcome road’s work approval
Critical repair works could begin on a key rural road at Glenaire within weeks after receiving approval from Traditional Owners.
Police highlight link between offences, drugs
A Colac Police Sergeant says most crime in the city can be linked back to drugs and now he’s calling on the community to continue alerting officers to crime.
Bureau fixing website issues
The Bureau of Meteorology says it’s moving quickly to fix issues after the launch of its new website, which sparked complaints about inaccuracy and access.
New partnership boosts Hey Mate
A community-driven drought support effort has teamed up with a Colac-based not-for-profit to help deliver the program.
Quality cattle, positive outlook
As 1200 head of cattle went under the hammer on Friday, current conditions helped farmers have a positive outlook. It was a welcome change from this time last year, they said.
Reminder to lodge burn-off with CFA
Firefighters have issued a renewed warning following recurring incidents of unregistered burn-offs across the district.
GP visits required for mental health rebates
Colac and district residents will now need to see their regular GP or medical practice to get Medicare-supported mental health treatment.
Coast’s health service notes increase
Great Ocean Road Health has recorded a consistent increase of patient numbers at both its Apollo Bay and Lorne medical centres this year.
Assistance offered for water planning
Agriculture Victoria is inviting south-west Victorian farmers to sit down with a cuppa and join a series of water planning webinars running across five weeks.
Planning shake-up concerns Colac MP
A major planning overhaul set for debate this week would slash approval times and help more homes get built, the State Government says.
Colac man returns to court in January
A Colac man will remain behind bars until at least January while he awaits his next hearing date for his involvement in an alleged ketamine drug ring in south-west Victoria.
Court In Brief
Bond for boozy brawler, ‘Sovereign citizen’ fined, Conviction for cannabis
