News

  • Iconic Otways event cancelled

    The iconic Gellibrand River Blues and Blueberry Festival will not go ahead in 2023, after organisers made the difficult decision to cancel the event.

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  • Footy offence crackdown

    The bosses of AFL Barwon and the CDFNL say the governing bodies will continue to come down hard on dangerous on-field behaviour to ensure the safety of its players and sustainability of its sports.

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  • Highway patrol out in force for Easter

    Colac police will target impairment, speed, fatigue and distraction across the Easter break, in a bid to ensure every motorist arrives safely at their destination.

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  • Fundraiser Ava set to feature on broadcast

    A Colac 11-year-old’s heartfelt fundraiser for the Royal Children’s Hospital in honour of her brother has landed her an appearance on the Good Friday Appeal broadcast.

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  • National gold success for Lorne surf lifesaver

    Lorne Surf Life Saving Club’s Tristan Read has claimed two gold medals in the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships.

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  • School’s next chapter starts with new name

    Colac Specialist School’s new location won’t be the only thing the school embraces next year, after announcing a new name and logo to coincide with the 2024 relocation.

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  • Cracking idea for a fundraiser

    Apollo Bay kinder kids won’t just be finding chocolate eggs to stuff their faces this weekend after combining an Easter tradition with community spirit.

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  • Officer shortage hits Colac Police Station

    Staff shortages have hit Colac’s police service, forcing the city’s 24-hour police station to temporarily close over the weekend.

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