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Birre teen and mum save life
A Birregurra mum says a man is lucky to be alive after her son pulled him from the ocean near Wye River.
Gifts galore gathered for appeal
Colac and district families have opened their hearts this festive season, with the Little Ray of Giving Christmas gift appeal wrapping up last week.
Russell ready to retire
After more than 52 years playing a key role in the production of the Colac Herald, Russell Beatty will step away from his career today which started with hot lead and newsprint, into semi-retirement with a focus on vinyl.
Birregurra event venue receives council permit
A wedding events space in Birregurra has been given the green light on a permit, after operating for years without the correct permit.
Trail of destruction from damaging storm
A deluge that descended on Colac and districts has left a trail of destruction and mayhem through Barwon Downs, with trees falling over roads and damaging homes during the intense storm.
Summer service starts
The Colac to Lorne Summer bus service begins today and will continue for the next six weeks.
Community wins Bay kinder battle
Apollo Bay leaders say their efforts to keep the old kinder site in the hands of the community are historic after winning the fight for 69 McLachlan Street.
Court follows lemon attack
A 19-year-old Colac man must complete 40 hours of unpaid community work for throwing lemons at an “innocent member of the public”.