News
Congratulations for commitment
An Elliminyt equestrian, a Marengo runner, Colac Area Health’s volunteer team and several local emergency service members are among recipients of the 2024 Wannon Sport and Volunteer awards.
Quarry Fears: Ondit residents oppose planned expansion
Colac district families and farmers say they’ve been blindsided by a quarry’s application to expand its operations.
More eyes on highway
Victorian Police are urging motorists to keep the racing on the track this Melbourne Cup weekend.
Warning after recycling blaze
Emergency service crews say the cause of yesterday’s garbage truck fire in Colac is “undetermined”, reminding people to be responsible with what they put into their bins.
Green light for Forrest
Work on Forrest Holiday Park’s onsite wastewater system upgrade is expected to commence this week.
Council cleans up in east
Colac Otway Shire Council crews have been out and about cleaning up the roadsides along the Princes Highway, but a proposal to take over the area around the Colac East entrance sign has dissipated.
Application to sell beers at Bay
Businesses at Colac and Apollo Bay are seeking Colac Otway Shire Council approval to sell alcohol.
Watch out for plovers, coast authority says
Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority’s volunteer birdwatchers and rangers are urging community members to follow safety precautions to protect hooded plovers at Apollo Bay.