News
Bulla retail store a step closer
One of Colac’s largest businesses is continuing to grow and has accelerated plans for its latest expansion, which would provide Colac’s Murray Street with a facelift and tourism boost.
DOB IN DRUGS: Local police campaign takes aim at rise in drug crime
Dobbing in a drug dealer can slow community crime and help prevent family violence, Colac investigators say.
Otways campus gets green light
A Ballarat college’s proposed Otways bush campus has received the go-ahead from Colac Otway Shire Council’s planning department.
Service connects more Colac patients with specialists
A new telehealth service will connect Colac Area Health patients with specialist emergency doctors from across Australia and help reduce workforce pressure.
Colac supports bushfire victims
The Colac district community has collectively raised more than $40,000 for bushfire victims at the Band Together Colac benefit concert.
Bay’s reserve upgrade wishlist
Improved amenities for women’s sport and updated clubrooms are on the wishlist for tenants of Apollo Bay’s Recreational Reserve as they work towards drafting a master plan for the site.
Community responds to fire crisis
Colac and district residents have played their part in assisting the national and global effort to support the victims and volunteers affected by Australia’s bushfire disaster.
Coast prepares for celebration
Colac and district’s coastal communities are preparing for Chinese New Year, with an influx of the nation’s tourists expected to visit regional attractions.