News

  • Renewed calls for fire refuge

    Otways community members have raised renewed concerns about where they can go on a fire danger day, after a bushfire on the weekend left some locals “confused” about their options.

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  • Charity drive supports women

    Colac and district community members are being encouraged to dig deep in the lead up to Christmas and donate a bag filled with essentials for women doing it tough.

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  • Diamond duo share a life of love

    What began as a whirlwind overseas romance has well and truly blossomed into a lifetime of love for Joseph and Nancy Zaia.

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  • Mountain challenge inspired by daughter

    Barongarook West’s Tim Lucas is set to walk up Australia’s highest mountain this weekend to raise funds for Down Syndrome Victoria.

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  • Herald claims state award

    The Colac Herald has taken out an accolade and received multiple high commendations at statewide media awards.

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  • Lifesaving club upgrade gets green light

    Authorities have given the green light to a long-awaited upgrade of the Apollo Bay Surf Life Saving Club, including a lift and bigger women’s facilities.

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  • Otways on fire: Crews battle two bushfires

    Corangamite group officer Mark Billing has warned of the danger of this year’s fire season, with the Otway Ranges sparking up in two separate bushfires over the weekend.

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  • New Corangamite leaders

    Corangamite Shire councillors Kate Makin and Laurie Hickey have been elected to serve as mayor and deputy mayor for another year.

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