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Pedal power promoting health for children
Pupils at Birregurra Primary School are among more than 350,000 students across Australia participating in National Ride2School Day this week.
Fundraiser causes a big buzz
Staff and students from Colac schools have lopped off their locks for a great cause.
Council meeting preview
A Cororooke theatre’s proposed expansion would have “net community benefit” and councillors should forward the project to an independent panel, a report says.
Crews patrol Otways burns
Fire authorities have ignited a planned burn at Forrest, with crews continuing to patrol controlled fires across the region.
New totems turn heads
A Colac Traditional Owner artist and a local TAFE have teamed up to share a story of culture and connection.
Great Ocean Road region featured in state adverts
A new tourism campaign is encouraging Victorians to explore the Great Ocean Road region.
Vinnies volunteers valuable
“To have a legacy of 50 years supporting the people of Colac is an amazing achievement.”
Jump in for $200 voucher
Victorians can jump to action this afternoon to secure one of 140,000 $200 vouchers for tourism in the state.
Phishing attack a headache for Harvest Trail
Online scammers have hacked a Colac district community organisation’s Instagram account in an attempt to blackmail them for $500.
Play opening pushed back
The Colac Players have had to defer opening night of their new comedy Sylvia until April 1.
Colac’s flood relief welcomed
Flood-affected families have sent back messages of gratitude after a spud truck full of donations from Colac arrived at the small town of Murwillumbah, New South Wales.
Pub sells for over $10 million
The iconic Apollo Bay Hotel has sold for “well over” $10.5 million, with its new owner choosing to remain a mystery.
Speed demon: motorist avoids jail after avoiding police at 218kmh
A Camperdown farm worker who reached speeds of 218kmh while evading police on the Princes Highway near Winchelsea has lost his licence and will have a black mark against his criminal record.
Students compete at district sports day
Colac and district students leapt into action at a Polwarth Interschool Sports Day.
Customers ignore risk in gas leak
Firefighters have warned the community to be vigilant after residents ignored bollards and emergency vehicles at a gas leak at Colac’s 7-Eleven.
Lovely Lindenau steeped in history
It’s no surprise that Colac historian Helen Paatsch feels strong ties to her home and garden.
