News
No conviction for Chapple Vale camp crash
A 23-year-old man has avoided a criminal conviction for a drink-driving crash that threw his best friend from a vehicle, trapping him under it on New Years Eve.
Man caught with drugs must undergo treatment
A 32-year-old man must pay a $300 donation to the court fund and continue drug treatment, after being caught with drugs.
Satisfaction levels in Colac Otway at a seven-year low
Colac Otway Shire’s overall performance has dropped to its lowest level since 2017.
Music group inspires community
Find Your Light all-abilities choir group is about making a difference through the power of music.
Reminder for young workers to speak up
Data has revealed that since the start of 2023, WorkSafe has accepted 25 claims from young workers in the Colac Otway region who have been seriously injured at work.
Cubers’ coastal fix
Apollo Bay has become a destination for rubik’s cubers thanks to the efforts of an enthusiastic teenager in the coastal town.
Fine for assault, breach
A woman who assaulted an emergency worker and breached more than a dozen community corrections orders has been resentenced.
Creative goal for cancer care
Barongarook artist Elaine Limbrick is aiming to raise $10,000 for breast cancer care and support through selling hundreds of mugs and planters.
