News
New emergency app is set to save lives
A new app launched in Colac and Elliminyt is aiming to improve response times to emergencies in the area and improve survival rates.
Old school buildings demolished
The former Gellibrand Primary School is the latest school in the region to have its buildings removed after sitting empty for almost a decade.
Birregurra households left without internet
Birregurra district residents on the northern side of town are furious they have no access to super-fast internet, despite commitments from the National Broadband Network and the Federal Government.
Mayor worried over car show rumours
Colac Otway Shire’s mayor says he wants the annual Colac Custom Car and Bike Show to stay and hopes organisers will commit to the major event remaining in Colac.
Jury guides Colac growth
A “jury” of Colac residents will help Colac Otway Shire Council plan for Colac’s residential growth.
Epic trek helps cancer charity
An Otways teen says she shed “a lot of tears” when she finished an inspirational trek through Spain to honour her late grandmother.
Push for new toilets for Memorial Square
Colac’s Memorial Square will have new public toilets under a plan that’s gained the support of Colac Otway Shire councillors.
Comedians join marriage fight
Two Australian comedians who created a documentary about homophobia in Colac have shifted their attention to marriage equality in their latest project.