News
Community’s support for beacon return
Colac Otway Shire Council will reinstate the Marengo Pillar Beacon with the support from the Apollo Bay Men’s Shed.
Candidate’s concerns over lack of safeguards
A Barwon Downs mother putting her hand up to run for local council says she was appalled to learn that councillors aren’t required to undergo a police check or working with children check.
Councillors share priorities
Colac Otway Shire councillors believe that the council should be balancing a range of priorities with the current cost of living pressures and budget constraints.
Drug-driver disqualified, ordered fine
A woman who was caught travelling more than 20kmh over the speed limit while on drugs has been disqualified from driving for 12 months and must pay a $750 fine.
Hospital responds to report
Colac Area Health has issued an apology for the “fake patients” incident in the wake of a Health Department investigation.
Letters to the Editor
Ratepayer feels shame As a ratepayer of the shire and a farmer I was disgusted to hear the ABC Country hour description of the hurdles being placed in the way of delivery of drought fodder to King Island through Apollo Bay by our council. King Island is currently experiencing its worst drought in 100 years. […]
Reflecting on friends, family
Not only are Alwyn Williamson and Val Roberts fellow Colac High School alumni, they went on to become sisters in-law, but more than anything, they’re good friends.
Corporation is about inclusion
For decades, Traditional Owners Richard and Peter Collopy have helped speak for Colac and the coast. Now, a new entity will help protect the right to teach others about connection to Country.
