News
Beacon’s return requires funding
Plans to reinstate a 160-year-old maritime beacon have stalled, with Colac Otway Shire Council saying funding is needed to progress the project.
Barongarook residents consider legal action
Barongarook homeowners are considering legal action against planning authority Colac Otway Shire Council, as the increase in silica dust covering their homes and flowing into water
tanks causes significant health concerns.
Fire victim yet to be named
The identity of a man who died in a shed fire at Lorne is still unknown.
Local performers excited for event
Get your Santa hats ready, warm up the vocal chords and pack an umbrella – the stage is set for Colac’s big Christmas by the Lake event.
Crew looks into Beeac grass fire
Fire authorities are investigating whether an electric fence caused a grass fire at a Beeac property.
Craftsmen use skills to enhance Hobbiton
A mastermind behind the Hobbiton movie set has called on the expertise of two Apollo Bay craftsmen to bring to life a new drawcard to the famous New Zealand property.
Resignators ready to return to Colac
Ska-punk group the Resignators are eager to bring the positive vibes when they take to the stage at the upcoming Ska Nation Music Festival.
Rapid response to two-car crash
It was a fast response from Colac’s SES crew to a car crash after volunteers came across the incident seconds after it happened.