News
Refugee proposal for Colanda
A COLAC district businessman says Colac’s Colanda Centre could become a refugee centre, bringing benefits for the community and people who have fled other countries.
Women risking cervical cancer
NEW data shows increasing numbers of women in Colac Otway Shire are putting themselves at greater risk of developing cervical cancer.
Motorcyclist foils scammers
AN ATTEMPT to sell a motorbike has almost cost Colac man Rod Menzies nearly $2000 in an email scam.
Preparing to help in Phillipines
COLAC organisers of Philippines youth camps say they are proud of their group’s younger members as they prepare for their departure next week.
25 jobs in $2.5m investment
A $2.3-MILLION investment in Colac’s lamb processor will result in 25 new jobs and boost the plant’s production capacity.
Tourists report panther sighting
TOURISTS have reported seeing a panther in the southern Otways’ Aire Valley at the weekend.
Truckers ignoring new laws
TRUCK drivers and transport companies are ignoring new national laws, Colac’s top traffic policeman says.
Wildlife carer opposes roo culling
COLAC district wildlife campaigner Ron Anstis says a decision to process kangaroos into pet food will lead to unnecessary animal deaths.