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Alleged armed robber is banned from driving
A Camperdown man accused of an armed robbery in Colac has been banned from driving and placed on curfew until his next court date.
Research reveals growing crisis for families
For this National Homelessness Week, statistics from multiple charities and organisations have shone a light on families doing it tough.
No serious injuries in head-on crash
Lorne Police say it is “only good fortune” that a head-on crash along a district road did not result in more serious injury or death.
More Colac donors eligible to give blood
Colac and district patients could benefit from a new change to donation rules that is expected to increase vital donation numbers.
Football trip fun will be first event
Colac and district farming families impacted by drought can have a fun day at the footy this Friday.
Putting the spotlight on housing demand
There are at least 260 households in Colac Otway Shire on the priority list for a home in the region, new figures show.
Association’s thanks for district volunteer
A Colac district community has commended a departing long-time member. The Red Rock District Progress Association farewelled treasurer Edward Hore at a celebratory dinner, awarding “Ed” with an honorary Life Membership. Association president Caroline Grist said it was a gesture that recognised the respect and affection Ed and his wife Ros had in the region. […]
No local disposal bin for machetes
The State Government has revealed locations for its machete safe disposal bins, with the closest bin for Colac Otway residents more than an hour away.