News

  • Farewell to sport stalwart

    I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I started working at the Colac Herald 15 years ago.

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  • Christmas event set to star Ben Lee

    A renowned ARIA award-winning artist and a Palestinian-turned-Aussie sensation are locked in to delight Colac at next month’s Christmas by the Lake.

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  • Popular palm’s removal prompts public concern

    Colac hospital authorities have confirmed a historic palm tree will be removed to make way for critical infrastructure. But crews are still determining what the future of the tree will look like.

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  • Birre fundraiser reaches $4K

    The Birregurra General Store is right on track to hit their goal for the annual Birregurra CFA fundraiser. Birregurra coffee lovers help out their local CFA every November, with the Birregurra General Store donating $1 from every coffee sold to the firefighters this month. Heading into fire season Birregurra General Store owner Steve D’ACunto says, […]

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  • Hidden garden art tells story

    There’s a story behind each miniature artwork currently nestled in the Colac Botanic Gardens.

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  • Mayoral election today

    Colac Otway Shire’s new council will meet today to elect a new mayor and consider whether to have a deputy mayor.

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  • Crashes prompt safe driving warning

    Colac Highway Patrol’s acting sergeant is issuing a warning about the upcoming tourist season after emergency services attended three crashes in the space of three hours on the weekend.

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  • Fundraiser honours Henry

    “It takes a special child to have made such an impact on a school and community in such a short time of their life.”

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