News
No jail for $98k theft from ex
A Colac woman who pleaded guilty to taking almost $100,000 from her ex-partner’s account has avoided jail.
Mixed signals for Birregurra tower
A new mobile phone tower at Birregurra is getting a mixed reception from locals, with some residents praising the improved coverage but others failing to notice a difference.
Accessible route to the beach
People will have better access to Lorne’s beach thanks to a floating beach wheelchair, portable hoist and beach matting.
Bay’s future lifesavers enjoy summer program
Scores of junior lifesavers at Apollo Bay have finished up refreshing key ocean skills.
New purple bins arrive
Deans Marsh, Winchelsea and Lorne residents should have their new purple-lid bins and kitchen caddies by the end of this week.
More gamblers reaching out for help
Colac and district gamblers have lost more than $460,000 on poker machines since gaming venues re-opened.
Hospice plans impress campaigner
Colac hospice care campaigner Diane Wright says she’s excited to see a service she founded at Geelong move forward with a new $21-million hospice.
Warning about strip dumping
Colac Otway residents could face a fine if they dump unwanted furniture and other items on their nature strips.