News

  • Cypress trees along the Great Ocean Road entering Apollo Bay remind Kevin O’Connell of why he fell in love with the town during regular visits in the 1980s.

    Coast concern over new tax

    Apollo Bay Chamber of Commerce president Kevin O’Connell says a controversial 7.5 per cent tax on short stay accommodation won’t help solve the coastal town’s housing crisis.

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  • Colac refugee volunteers waiting for family’s arrival

    Colac and District Rural Australians for Refugees members are eagerly awaiting news about the arrival date of a family from Africa.

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  • Sad story inspires adventure

    Pirron Yallock’s Pastafarian Pirates are getting ready to set sail on another adventure across Australia for the 2023 Spring Sh**box Rally in honour of their ‘bonus’ daughter Brittney.

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  • Former hospital director remembered

    Former Colac Area Health director of medical services Dr Ed Davis is being remembered for his gentle soul, willing smile and helping hand.

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  • Year 12 Countdown series – Sophie Ewert

    When it comes to exam season, Lavers Hill K-12 student Sophie Ewert knows the drill.

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  • Disqualified drivers in court

    A 44-year-old Colac man and a 37-year-old man have paid the price for driving with a disqualified licence.

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  • Special subject for young Bay artists

    Apollo Bay’s tiniest artists have been exploring an important theme as they prepare to showcase their work at a special exhibition for young people next month.

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  • Start preparations for fire season now

    Larpent CFA captain and dairy farmer Mark Billing says Colac district farmers must begin preparations for an early fire season.

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