News
Positive progress for licence backlog
VicRoads has contacted every person who had a licence test suspended in Colac due to the pandemic, with half of the tests yet to be complete after the resumption of licence testing.
Aged care residents keeping connected
There’s been no shortage of activity at Colac aged care home Mercy Place, with residents keeping busy with a range of hobbies.
Bay beckons Melburnians
Apollo Bay business owner Sally Cannon says the town is eagerly anticipating the return of Melbourne tourists from next week.
Women reaching out for help
Family violence rates in Colac Otway have dropped during COVID-19, new data shows, contrasting with a state-wide increase.
Council reviewing harbour plan feedback
Feedback on a draft Port of Apollo Bay redevelopment plan will be in a report that will hit the new council’s desk soon.
Colac quiet for big race day
It’s the race that stops the nation, and Colac’s streets were certainly quiet during a Melbourne Cup like no other.
Pearler day brings visitors to foreshore
Yesterday’s weather was picnic perfect, with Colac residents and visitors making the most of it at the Lake Colac foreshore.
News in brief
News about the appointment of a new CFA chief, an MP’s move into online videos, and a boost for the region’s mental health services.