News
Community joins 16-day activism
One woman each week in Australia dies from family violence and the Colac district community will once again unite in the fight against gender-based violence.
Protection against scams
Ahead of next week’s Scams Awareness Week, and as authorities warn of increased scams during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, Colac’s Acting Senior Sergeant Stephen Bull has provided advice and recommendations on how you can keep safe and avoid scams.
King of carols to grace Colac
The King of Christmas carols is locked in to delight Colac at next month’s Christmas by the Lake event, while an ARIA award-winning musician will also grace the stage.
Garden group ready to grow
A community member who planted one of the original seeds of an Apollo Bay edible gardens group says newcomers will find instant motivation on Sunday when the program begins a new chapter.
Lorne ready for smaller Schoolies crowd
A Lorne caravan park manager is expecting Schoolies revellers to create a buzz around the coastal town, despite numbers reportedly dropping this year.
Planned CFA burns provide protection
CFA crews were busy during planned burns near Cressy on the weekend “as an extra measure of protection” for the district entering fire season.
Council to consider Old Beechy Rail Trail land swap
Colac Otway Shire Council will meet today to consider a land exchange proposal and road deviation which could ensure safe off-road access along the popular Old Beechy Rail Trail through the Ditchley Gully.
Cultural day at market
Enjoy a day of delicious food, unique stalls and great company at this Sunday’s Kawarren market.