News
Worker protection welcomed
Colac business owners have welcomed new laws that are set to protect customer-facing workers across Victoria.
Fireworks at Bay, keep pets inside
Apollo Bay pet owners are being reminded to keep their furry friends indoors and safe, with fireworks set for the foreshore tonight.
Community spirit in Formula fun
A toy car race has brought joy to the Forrest community young and old.
Pill testing service aims for less harm
With festival season well underway, Colac and district community members are encouraged to make informed health decisions with the continuation of the State Government’s mobile pill testing trial.
Duo’s decade of harmony
A musical duo with decades of touring experience will bring country tunes to Colac this weekend.
Cars collide in Colac’s CBD
A two-car crash in Colac’s central business district was the result of a driver confusing the green and red traffic light colours, police say.
State honours for educators
Two Lake Colac School teachers have been recognised for their outstanding work.
TOP STUDENTS: Colac school reaps rewards of new teaching method
A Colac primary school has nabbed a top spot in an elite list of 21 regional schools with well above average NAPLAN results.
Campaign drives safety
Two multicultural Colac residents have helped pave a new way to remind the community to drive safely.
Prison sentence for former bikie
A Colac man who was caught with an inactive drug lab in his house has been sentenced to nine months in prison.
Cliff alert: Steer clear, be mindful
A coastal authority has reminded Colac and district community members to practise safety around cliffs on the Great Ocean Road.
Tribute of thanks for cancer care
A former Cobden resident’s generous donation has led to a new development in treating Colac and district community members close to home.
Call for more education on using centre’s facilities
A mother who has a son with disabilities is calling on the community to leave facilities to those who need them.
Renowned replica stops by city
A replica of the first car to circumnavigate Australia has come to Colac, celebrating 100 years since achieving the feat.
Boost to shire’s public spaces
New foreshore furniture, Colac fountain renovations and Apollo Bay road resurfacing are some of the projects Colac Otway Shire Council is delivering to enhance the shire’s public spaces.
Taskforce targets district
A Camperdown man is among multiple alleged offenders who have been charged during a police operation in western Victoria.
Colac riders conquer the Nullarbor
For most Australian motorcyclists, riding across the Nullarbor Plain is a dream and for a Colac motorist and his partner, this dream became a reality.
Council seeking recreation experiences
Colac Otway clubs and women in sport are invited to share their experience of recreation in the region.
Shopping small unites traders
Stores across central Colac have backed the idea of extended opening hours and shopping locally for the festive season, with one Murray Street business experiencing a record-breaking day for sales.
Hospital converting house
Apollo Bay’s health service is planning to free up patient rooms in its hospital by moving corporate staff from the main building to a neighbouring house that would be converted into an office.
Construction forces closure of Lorne bushfire safety site
One of Lorne’s Bushfire Places of Last Resort will close temporarily during summer, as construction works take place for Point Grey’s redevelopment.
Riordan loses portfolios in cabinet shake-up
Polwarth MP Richard Riordan says he’s looking forward to spending more time in the region following his relegation to the Liberal Party’s backbench.
Gellibrand project now complete
Gellibrand’s $10-million water facility is complete, with improved water flowing to homes and businesses across the town.
Colac rec centre lease to explore opportunities
Colac Otway Shire Council is offering up one of its premier recreation centres for lease.
