News
New home needs costly reports before approvals
Colac Otway Shire Council has deferred a decision on a proposed Coragulac home for the second time, over concerns about a former landfill nearby.
New playground taking shape at Cororooke
A new play space at Cororooke celebrating the history of the Red Rock region will open very soon with the finishing touches now underway.
Major expansion for Bulla factory
A proposed development at Bulla’s Forest Street factory would see multiple expansions of the Colac site’s manufacturing building, canopies and car park.
Legal help for people in need
Colac people are accessing free legal assistance at a much lower rate than surrounding shires, despite having an increased risk of experiencing legal issues due to high rates of disadvantage and family violence, a legal service says.
Colac prospector has gold content
A Colac detectorist is taking his passion to Australian TV screens as he shows off his skills and the Colac district on a prospecting TV show.
Special people celebrate International Nurses Day
In between their busy schedules, Colac district nurses gathered to mark International Nurses Day today.
‘Cubers’ descend on coast
An Apollo Bay teenager’s problem-solving ability through his passion for the rubik’s cube has helped fix an issue for the coastal town’s tourism trade during what would otherwise be a sleepy period.
Rare erosion at Marengo beach
Rare ocean activity at a busy beach near Apollo Bay has forced authorities to close main access to the spot and review its erosion policy.
Accommodation help for student teachers heading to the bush
A new Victorian pilot program is aiming to attract student teachers to schools in remote areas like the Otways.
Parked car targeted
A brazen thief has snatched bags and keys from a woman’s car as she was parked at Winchelsea.
Pub owners want privacy
The residents of Cressy’s former pub say they’re sick of tourists pointing cameras through their windows and trying to force their way inside.
Cliffy’s inspirational story spread far and wide
Artifacts from Cliff Young's collection have made their way to the Otways for the 40th anniversary of his historic ultramarathon win.
$400 fine for L plate driver
A learner driver must pay a $400 fine after driving while suspended and not displaying her L plates.
Federal boost for shire roads projects
Local roads and community infrastructure in the Colac Otway, Corangamite and Surf Coast Shires will have an extra boost with from Federal Government funding.
Bringing people together for Neighbourhood House Week
Colac’s Neighbourhood House will celebrate Neighbourhood House Week with an afternoon tea tomorrow.
Chemical clean-up complete
The clean-up of a former fuel depot that was wafting chemical smells in Colac’s Wilson Street is now complete.
