News

  • Colac man’s isolation reminds of virus’ far-reaching impact

    A Colac man in hotel quarantine says his time in isolation has been an “eye-opening” experience about how individual COVID cases can affect so many lives.

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  • Tractor toasted in farm fire

    A Warncoort farmer received a nasty shock after returning from his lunch break to find his tractor on fire.

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  • New printer but days stay same

    Today’s edition is the final one of the Colac Herald printed at Australian Community Media’s printing plant at Ballarat, which is closing next month.

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  • Petition to save Target

    A community petition with hundreds of signatures will attempt to convince Wesfarmers to backflip on a plan to vacate its major Colac retail space.

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  • Outdoor dining reviews for council

    Colac Otway Shire Council is looking at how the shire’s food businesses can offer outdoor dining during lessened COVID-19 restrictions.

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  • Second isolation challenges family

    COVID close contact isolation is impacting a Yeo family for the second time, with a mother and businesswoman reminding the community about the rules.  

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  • Have say on buy local plan

    Businesses in Colac Otway Shire should respond to a survey on COVID recovery as soon as possible to help plan the region’s rebound.

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  • Letter to the editor

    A writer praises work and suggestions to cut carbon emissions.

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