News
Tribute for Birregurra butcher
“G’day bud” are words that will continue to echo down the streets of Birregurra and live on in the memories of the town’s locals and the family and friends of a much-loved community stalwart.
Saving women’s lives with breast screening
Colac McGrath breast care nurse Charlotte Henry says now is the time for eligible women to get a breast screen, after the pandemic hampered people’s access and urgency for regular health screening.
Burglary arrest leads to drugs
A Boxing Day burglary, botanic garden chase and two drug raids have led to the arrest of a Colac man and woman.
Recruiting boosts CFA brigade
Colac Fire Brigade recorded an average year in 2022 and a quiet festive period, but members are bracing for a busy fire season in coming months.
Police detect 152 speed offences
Colac Highway Patrol says most motorists were well behaved over the Christmas and New Year period in regard to impaired driving, but speeding still remained prevalent.
Church pays tribute to former Pope
Colac’s Catholic Church has honoured the life and service of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI this week.
Unsafe beach stairs closed
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is set to build new beach-access stairs at Hayley Point near Apollo Bay, after the removal of unsafe stairs nearby.
Extra firefighters protect Lorne community
About 30 extra volunteer firefighters have been serving at Lorne for the summer, ensuring crew are on standby at all times of the peak period.