News
Drought pressures impacting Colac district 50 years apart
A former Colac district farmer has reflected on dry conditions almost 50 years ago and the role he played with weak stock.
Contract could deliver basin, boardwalks and more
Colac Otway Shire Council will consider appointing a builder for its biggest infrastructure project in years.
Fatal Colac West collision investigations continuing
Emergency services responded to a fatal collision in Colac West yesterday.
State budget a mixed bag
Schools at Colac and Winchelsea have received funding under the State Government’s new budget.
AXE. THE. TAX. Mayors, farmers, firefighters united against new levy
Eight Western District mayors including from Colac Otway and Corangamite have joined forces against a controversial emergency services tax.
Empty housing requires work
A woman who will soon be homeless in Colac says there is public housing sitting vacant across the city, with some dwellings empty for more than a year.
Anam Cara volunteer efforts celebrated
Anam Cara House Colac is built on the dedication and goodwill of volunteers, and their efforts have been celebrated this National Volunteers Week.
Charity appeals for food stress support
People in Colac are going without meals and being forced to eat expired or spoiled food, a charity leader says.
