News
Lying learner avoids record
An Apollo Bay learner driver who lied about his identity to police because he was “too nervous” to produce his Learner permit has kept his clean criminal record but must pay $300 to the court.
Man fined for cannabis
A man caught carrying drugs in his pocket on an early morning drive has been ordered to pay a $300 fine.
Vehicles collide near Birre
A woman has been airlifted to hospital following a three-vehicle crash near Birregurra that police say could have easily been a fatality.
Penguins protected following fox attack
Twenty dead penguins have triggered a successful fox shoot at local tourist hotspot near Port Campbell.
MAYORAL MATTERS: A pledge to communicate
Firstly, I’d like to congratulate the new councillors on being elected by our community to represent all of you and those that visit our wonderful shire.
St Mary’s wins book competition honour
A Colac primary school has taken home the top prize in a national writing competition.
Hospital prepares for new worker housing
Colac’s health service will focus on a continuity of service as it transitions some of its providers to new properties ahead of new healthcare housing construction.
Parents invited to share feedback
The State Government is seeking feedback from Colac and district parents and carers to improve children’s services.