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Christmas classic up close
An innovative ensemble will perform a Christmas classic like never before when they take on Tchaikovsky in Colac this weekend.
Council seeking recreation experiences
Colac Otway clubs and women in sport are invited to share their experience of recreation in the region.
Historic honour for Birregurra woman
Birregurra-born Mary Glowrey has been recognised as Venerable – only the second Australian in history to have been granted the title.
Hospital converting house
Apollo Bay’s health service is planning to free up patient rooms in its hospital by moving corporate staff from the main building to a neighbouring house that would be converted into an office.
Meeting made for 2026
Colac Otway Shire Council has locked in its 2026 meeting dates—and lunchtime meetings are here to stay.
Call for more education on using centre’s facilities
A mother who has a son with disabilities is calling on the community to leave facilities to those who need them.
Construction forces closure of Lorne bushfire safety site
One of Lorne’s Bushfire Places of Last Resort will close temporarily during summer, as construction works take place for Point Grey’s redevelopment.
Learning, leading across 20 years
All things automotive have always been a key part of Colby Platt’s life.
Riordan loses portfolios in cabinet shake-up
Polwarth MP Richard Riordan says he’s looking forward to spending more time in the region following his relegation to the Liberal Party’s backbench.
Gellibrand project now complete
Gellibrand’s $10-million water facility is complete, with improved water flowing to homes and businesses across the town.
Midnight Oil singer visits Colac bakery
A Colac business has had another brush with fame.
Local outfit bidding for premier event
Colac and district’s shearing industry could be set to spotlight on a national stage if a local contractor can win a bid to host the world shearing championships.
Shouldn’t have to wait: council
Colac Otway Shire Council says it should not need a cultural heritage permit for minor routine safety works on a key rural road.
Credits are costing farmland
An Irrewarra farmer says water authorities and other agencies should be spending on infrastructure and conservation instead of carbon sequestration.
Waterway is set for restoration
Colac district community members have joined in on the journey to restore Barongarook Creek.
Battalion hopes to shed light on life
A memorial stone has been found at Alvie, but there’s still vital information missing.
Council road grant hopes
Colac Otway Shire Council is hoping to get funding for three road safety projects including an upgrade to a notorious Elliminyt intersection.
Last day to have say on housing
People have until today to provide feedback on a plan to rezone cemetery land to develop 50 social housing dwellings in Colac.
Text offender sent to prison
A gambling addict who lied and took $15,000 from a Colac district woman he was messaging has been jailed for nine months.Â
Northern Otways on risk list
Colac and district fire brigades are gearing up for an intense summer, with a new report revealing there’s a heightened risk of fires in the Otways despite recent rain.
Trial would attract tasty treats
Key Colac locations could be home to a range of food trucks over summer, with Colac Otway Shire Council calling out for vendors to deliver unique menus.
Time starts ticking for budget wishlist
Colac Otway Shire Council wants ideas on what to fund under its next budget and people can have a say from today.
Trucks chewing up local link
Barongarook residents say heavy truck movements from a sand quarry are frequently tearing up a local road, with potholes being filled weekly.
Riders rev up for appeal
Mutiny Mob Social Motorcycle Club is encouraging the community to dig deep with donations for its annual Christmas toy appeal.
