News
Jail time for ram-raid offender
A Lorne man who caused $10,000 of damage to a Colac service station while in a drug-fueled paranoia will spend the next seven months in prison.
Raising stroke awareness
With one Australian experiencing a stroke every 19 minutes, Colac and district locals are urged to learn a simple message which could save a life this National Stroke Week.
Plantation concerns for buyer
Sherry Marshall says everything “turned to dirt” after settlement on her dream home in Kennedys Creek.
Locals could benefit from policy
Being a local business will hold more weight under Colac Otway Shire’s new purchasing process.
Anglers invited to US championship
A chance to cast a line in a Major League Fishing event in America never once crossed the mind of Colac angler Declan Betts until he won the opportunity.
News in Brief
Leave only your footprint Keep Australia Beautiful Week returns this week with a strong anti-litter theme of ‘When You’re Out and About, Leave Only Your Footprint’. KAB Week 2024 urges Australians to make a significant impact while out and about by adopting simple habits to reduce the need for on-the-go waste, while also picking up […]
Appreciating life after stroke
Three years on from her stroke, Gaye Forster appreciates every little thing in her life.
Donations make a world of difference
As people grapple with the cost of living, Vinnies Colac welfare manger Julie O’Shea says the donation of basic items can make a world of difference to some.