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Lorne beach tragedy
A teenager has died while bodysurfing in a Christmas tragedy near Lorne, with authorities reminding people to play it safe in the water this summer.
Nine hospitalised after crash
A woman was lucky to survive after she was flung from a vehicle in an Elliminyt crash this week.
Months of work for top lights
After the months of planning, preparation and work for his Christmas lights display, Colac’s Rohan Murch says the community’s appreciation and positive feedback make it all worthwhile.
Fire risks rising as district grasslands dry out
Colac and district firefighters have had a relatively quiet start to the fire season, but have attended small grass and scrub fires in recent days.
PHOTO FEATURE: Families enjoy Colac holidays
Local families and travellers enjoyed stopping at Colac’s holiday hotspots during the festive season.
Uncertainty over baby delivery
A pregnant Colac district mum has been left devastated and unsettled after the hospital she was due to give birth at in April announced the closure of its maternity ward.
Nominate local heroes for community awards
It’s time to recognise the contribution of our local heroes in the Colac district, with nominations now open for the Colac Otway Shire Council community awards.
Trees honour the late Queen
Colac Otway Shire Council staff and community members have planted trees to mark the late Queen Elizabeth’s platinum jubilee at Elliminyt.