News
$86-million injection into shire’s economy
Landowners and developers gained council approval last year to invest an unprecedented $86 million in Colac Otway Shire.
Crafters set to recycle flooring
Colac’s Woodcrafters’ Guild members are set to use maple flooring from the Bluewater basketball stadium on the walls on their new workshop.
Cystic fibrosis drug cuts families’ stress
Colac and district people with cystic fibrosis can breathe a little easier thanks to a new subsidy for a cutting-edge treatment.
Gag rule frustrates councillor
A decision to restrict Colac Otway Shire councillors from expressing their personal opinions on council issues has frustrated residents and a councillor who voted against the media ban.
Colac’s sweet tooth pushing up obesity
Colac Otway Shire is the second highest consumer of sugary drinks in the state, sparking a call for the region’s companies to ban unhealthy beverages.
Push to fix antisocial culture
A Colac West resident says authorities and the Colac community must have a long-term plan and work together to tackle an increasing “antisocial sub-culture” in the area.
Sewage woes at tourist spot
A Lavers Hill businessman says the town’s public toilets on the Great Ocean Road were “disgusting” after the facility closed twice due to a back-up of sewage.
Teen boy inflicted $29,000 repair bill
A 14-year-old boy pleaded guilty to 10 separate charges after he caused $29,000 worth of damage to a Colac house and stole four knives.