News
Conviction for mum
A Colac district mum who caused a two-centimetre gash on a victim’s lip has received a criminal conviction and been ordered to pay $300.
Photographer captures sea shots
Ride the wave or snap the action? That’s the question Tal Lemmens asks himself every time he faces the swell.
Educate youth, avoid harms
A Colac mental health leader says there is a continuing need to educate young people on using social media, following the release of a new online harm report.
Nine-year-old is ready to write
At just nine years old, Forrest’s Abigail Pakula is well on her way to reaching her dream career.
Call to recognise abuse signs
A magistrate’s moving message has sparked conversations about unhealthy relationships and recognising signs of abuse.
Cleaner cops $500 fine for failed test
A Colac district cleaner who went for a drive to get some fresh air didn’t realise the drugs he consumed on the weekend would show up in a police drug test, a court has heard.
Monitor fireplaces to reduce excess smoke
As the cold sets in for Colac and district residents, the Environment Protection Authority has released tips for those looking to stay warm by the fireplace.
Study connects mass with risk of dementia
A new study has found a key link to dementia risk in older individuals.
