News
Dry start to winter for district
Colac and district rainwatchers say the district’s had one of its driest Junes on record, with the gauges catching well below the monthly average.
Magistrate welcomes work to stop violence
A magistrate with decades of experience says family violence cases are “prevalent” in Victoria’s courts, but support for victims is improving.
Security system for city band
Colac’s City Band members are feeling secure after the installation of a new security system at their band rooms to ensure they can continue to play music.
Council wants bypass inquiry
Colac civic leaders want to know the economic and social impact of a Colac bypass, before any push to move the Princes Highway.
Barwon Water confirms impact of bore pumping
Barwon Water has confirmed that pumping groundwater from a Barwon Downs borefield has impacted the water flow to Boundary Creek.
Unhappy ending for film buff
A thief has ruined a man’s night out at Colac Cinemas after the offender stole the victim’s bike while he watched a movie.
Rising energy costs harming employers
Colac’s major employers have taken a massive financial hit with energy costs more than doubling this year.
Heart disease research looks at rural lifestyles
A Colac district dietician hopes her research into heart disease can lessen the burdens of disadvantaged rural patients with the condition.