News
Bridge builders closer to final phase
Construction on Colac’s new Barongarook Creek Bridge progressed into its next phase this week, as workers began forming the bridge deck.
Family violence statistics rising
Colac’s police and family violence services are teaming up to respond to a rise in reported incidents across the region.
Dumped animals pollute creek
Offenders are continuing to dump animal carcasses in a creek at Barongarook West, with Colac Otway Shire Council warning that people caught could face thousands of dollars in fines.
Quiz master chases his dream
Brydon Coverdale has come a long way from being the youngest child trying to prove himself to his siblings during boardgames at their Camperdown dairy farm.
Scout’s eye-opening adventure
Colac’s Teá Rabbette has returned home from a “once in a lifetime opportunity” at the World Scout Jamboree.
Safe plate event to deter thieves
Colac and district motorists can soon ensure their number plates never go missing.
Hit-run outside hospital leaves nurse stranded
A nurse is appealing to the community for witnesses after a hit-run offender allegedly smashed into her parked car outside Colac Hospital.
Girl, 17, suffers injuries in fall
An Apollo Bay teen has a swollen jaw, cuts and bruises after unrestrained dogs spooked the horse she was riding, causing her to plummet to the ground.