News
MP wants events on Australia Day
Colac and district’s federal MP is calling for all Australia Day events to return to January 26.
Billboard proposal back again
A developer is continuing to attempt to bring double-sided billboards to Colac, despite a state tribunal refusing previous applications.
2024 News Year in Review
Colac Herald’s news reporters looked back through the archives to reflect on the year and bring you the biggest stories of 2024.
STAY SAFE: Celebrate safely and arrive alive
They’re our rescuers, responders, healers and volunteer helpers—and they’re all the more reason to take care this Christmas.
Murder evidence hand-up
A Colac man charged with murder will face court again in February.
Exciting off-season for Rongdit
From training sessions with “Jezza” and “Paddy” to digging into team building exercises at the “Hangar,” Colac’s Ben Rongdit has football at his fingertips ahead of his promising draft year.
Farmers reflect on busy year
Irrewillipe’s Paula and Chris Riches are based on a sheep and beef farm, and run a contracting business which has made for a jam-packed season
Season changes management
With this year bringing unprecedented drought conditions for parts of south-west Victoria, Mary Ann Holt has adapted to taking resourceful measures on the farm.
