News
Lucky escape in highway crash
TWO PEOPLE had a lucky escape after their car hit a truck east of Colac, ripping off the front of their car and dislodging the motor.
District house fire hits family of eight
COLAC DISTRICT communities have united to help a family that lost all their belongings and Christmas presents in a house fire this week.
Library’s annexe will close in July
COLAC’S library annexe will close in July next year, despite two councillors fighting for a compromise to keep the service open during a two-hour debate
Council will continue to fight for school site
COLAC’S civic leaders have continued to defend the community’s right to regain a portion of the former Colac High School site, and they hope a land rezoning will seal the deal.
Minister at Colanda but still no certainty
THE FUTURE of Colac’s Colanda Centre remains uncertain after a visit from the State Government’s Disability and Ageing Minister to the centre yesterday.
Heroes catch offender during armed robbery
A COLAC man has received a bravery award for helping stop a knife-wielding robber who was threatening people eight years ago.
Teen honoured for saving drowning duo
A COLAC teen who helped save a father and son from drowning in rough seas has earned a bravery award.
Actor’s second shot at Hollywood work
COLAC acting export Tyson Jarvis is confident he will fulfil his Hollywood dreams when he moves to Los Angeles early next year.