News

  • Letters to the editor

    Ratepayers are responding to Colac Otway Shire’s proposed new local laws, including the removal of gender restrictions on toilets and a proposed cat curfew.

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  • Les lived life to the fullest

    Les Trigg dedicated his life, of more than a century, to serving his country, community and family. He did so with resilience, generosity and a quick wit up until his dying day at age 102 and three months.

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  • Honour for veteran firefighter

    The Colac Fire Brigade has celebrated its 136th Anniversary as veteran firefighter Geoff Fisk notched up 50 years of service.

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  • ESTATE BACKED: Trees to be protected in Bruce Street subdivision

    Developers will need to retain street trees in Colac’s Bruce Street as part of a 54-lot subdivision of former council-owned land.

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  • Knitters bring comfort to patients

    Knitted scarves and beanies will bring special comfort to cancer patients at Colac’s Frank Minchinton Centre.

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  • Growers unite for Colac event

    The Colac Area Health Foundation is delighted to announce the highly anticipated Otways Winter Festival, promising a day of family-friendly fun and showcasing the best of the Colac Otway region.

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  • Wildlife park’s support praised

    A Lavers Hill wildlife park’s pivot to providing disability support has earned a special award.

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  • Crews locate lost Scouts

    “Cold and in good spirits” was how emergency services described a group of Scouts after they rescued them in the Otways after a four-hour search.

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