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Fifty years with four wheels
Few can say they know the Otway Ranges like Dennis Bunting, Ed Trotter and their mates.
Shoutout for tourism locations
A Colac holiday park and Apollo Bay glamping tents have landed on a list of top stays in the region.
Brigade’s spirit amid relentless effort
Colac district firefighters have had a busy fire season, responding around the clock to jobs near and far from home.
Empowering the next chapter
Anam Cara Colac is welcoming community members to take control of their future and find out more at an event for Advance Care Planning Week.
Praise for Polwarth nominees
The nominations for the annual Polwarth Award Medal have been announced, with local heroes renowned for going above and beyond in their electorate set to be recognised.
Event to mark Earth Hour
Colac Otway young people and families are invited to take part in special Earth Hour celebrations next weekend.
Man arrested for district cattle theft
Detectives have arrested a man over alleged theft of cattle at Pirron Yallock.
Bull sale price soars in Colac
A Limousin bull from a Larpent stud has sold to a Queensland-based operation for a near-record $38,000.
More grass needed for robust autumn
Five hundred cattle sold, with hopes for rain to come.
Speakers capture Colac audience
Former Colac district resident Melanie Faith Dove says her career as a photojournalist has taken her a long way from her family’s farm in the district.
Conviction for work death
A poultry farm operator has been fined $325,000 over the workplace death of a Colac district sportsperson.
New opposition to demolition
Colac residents have launched a petition to stop the demolition of a school’s historic main wing.
Charged views on visitor fee
The State Government’s plan to charge visitors an entry fee to the Twelve Apostles has stirred polarised reactions from local government bodies and MPs.
United in bushfire recovery
The children of two Carlisle River Fire Brigade members have kept busy putting together care packages for community members most in need.
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Authorities encouraging measles shot
The Department of Health has urged Victorians to stay up to date with their measles vaccinations after 17 infection cases were reported across the state.
NDIS funding not keeping pace
A Colac district NDIS participant says her limited support hours have left her feeling “isolated”, with about half of her allocated funding going towards travel time.
Forrest club’s grant for inclusive cycling
Forrest Mountain Bike and Cycling Club’s new financial boost will allow the club to provide riding experiences for more people with disability.
Boosting support for youth
A Colac not-for-profit organisation says funding has come at a “critical time for the community” to support youth who are experiencing or at risk of family violence.
Have say on parking strategy
A consultant is seeking feedback from Port Campbell residents, business owners and visitors on the town’s parking strategy.
Vandals target attraction
Environment officials are appealing to the public for information over damage to an Otways rainforest destination.
Drivers caught in weekend blitz
Colac Highway Patrol officers have flagged “a host of offences” during its latest roadside operation for the Labour Day long weekend.
World-class company eyeing Colac’s COPACC
A world-class events company could take on the management of Colac’s premier entertainment complex.
Court questions crash excuse
A Colac man who fled the scene after crashing into a parked car has told a court the incident was caused by a panic attack.
