News

  • Thieves strike Colac home as residents sleep

    COLAC police are urging people to lock their doors after a string of thefts across Colac.

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  • Lottery winner to pay off mortgage

    A LUCKY Colac district couple received a $200,000 Christmas gift and is looking forward to starting 2012 mortgage-free.

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  • Colac region’s top stories of 2011

    COLAC and district people are turning to the Colac Herald’s website for news about accidents and emergencies.

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  • Dozens of bird species flock back to Lake Colac

    AVID Colac bird watcher Ron Clissold has identified and photographed 55 bird species on Lake Colac, with migratory birds returning after years of drought.

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  • Dinosaur fossils inspire tourists

    HUNDREDS of visitors have discovered Apollo Bay’s Wildlife of Gondwana exhibition, with calls for the dinosaur display to be a permanent attraction.

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  • Motorists brace for petrol pain

    COLAC district petrol petitioner Bill Brown says Australia’s competition watchdog has done nothing to help cut prices at the bowser.

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  • Police preparing for coast tourism influx

    LORNE police have warned people driving to the coastal hub for New Year’s celebrations to allow plenty of time and be patient.

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  • Colac shooters welcome extended duck hunt

    COLAC district hunters are looking forward to the 2012 duck season, with more ducks in the sky, increased bag limits and 87 days of shooting.

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