News
Family welfare agencies planning to merge
Family agencies Barwon Child, Youth and Family and Bethany Community Support will merge into a new single organisation.
Footy fines foster fundraising
A photo of a Birregurra footballer in the Colac Herald would usually cost them a $5 fine to help fund the end-of-year footy trip, but Jonty Graham’s newspaper appearance has supported an even worthier cause.
Businesses buoyed by tourism rebound
Colac and district traders reaped the benefits over the Easter long weekend, with a steady flow of interstate and international tourists enjoying the region’s drawcards.
Burnoffs keep crews busy
Colac and district fire crews were in demand over the Easter long weekend, with warm weather causing fuel loads to dry out and private burnoffs to spread.
Perfect lawns without the effort
Imagine mowing your lawns without lifting a finger. That’s what Colac’s Trevor O’Dowd does, and he hasn’t looked back.
Thousands raised for hospital
Two Colac district fundraisers have collected more than $32,000 to support sick children and their families in a record-breaking year for the Good Friday Appeal.
Police come to rescue of trapped family
A four-wheel driving family has made it home in time after police rescued them at Kennett River.
Thefts investigated
Police are investigating a string of thefts and damage offences across Colac, with officers warning residents to secure their valuables.