News

Lions stalwarts honoured
Colac Lions Club has toasted three of its members with humanitarian awards.

Eurack memorial to be repaired
Colac Otway Shire Council will aim to restore two Eurack war memorial crosses in time for Anzac Day.

Otways route open in time
An access road to the Otways’ Triplet Falls reopened on schedule and in time for the Easter holidays.

Leading machinery on show at outlet
Colac district landholders got to try out the latest machinery at Rhys Evans Farm Machinery’s drive day.

Letters to the Editor
People write in about vaccine production, gender equality, funding for kids to access sport, and a war anniversary.

Alleged drink driver detected
A woman in her 50s will face a driver’s licence suspension for six months over alleged drink driving.

Rural news in brief
A call from the VFF for roads funding; a warning on 1080 fox baits; and tips for keeping poultry disease-free.

Wellington on medical leave
Surf Coast Shire councillor Heather Wellington has taken medical leave while she is in hospital with a heart issue.

GORCAPA picks leader
The Great Ocean Road Authority has appointed Jodie Sizer as its inaugural chief executive.

REAL ESTATE PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
This Colac East home is perfect for anyone looking for a property to buy, sit back and enjoy.

Employers face new gender equality rules
Colac’s health service and local government are two organisations that will need to meet new gender equality laws that come into effect today.

Artists kick off big event
The Colac Otway Arts Trail begins this weekend and Colac and district school students have been busy decorating their fences for the occasion.

Fish release for Lake Colac today
Colac anglers have landed a major catch before Easter, with thousands of fish due for release into Lake Colac today.

Group shares love of Colac gardens
Friends of the Colac Botanic Gardens are welcoming new members to continue their important role in ensuring the gardens are enjoyed by the whole community.

Sustainable lifestyle at Warncoort
A self-sufficient and sustainable home and garden has become a passion project for Steph and Brendt Langdon that is only growing.

New charge could hit hybrid motorists twice
An Elliminyt hybrid electric car owner says a new State Government tax feels like she’s being “unfairly punished” for investing in a low-emission car.