News
Contract decision for track
A major mountain bike trail project at Forrest is gaining speed, with Colac Otway Shire Council approving more than $1 million in construction contracts.
Letters to the editor
Historic beacons, stormwater damage and climate change feature in today’s letters.
Lifejackets to be mandatory for rock platforms
Colac and district anglers will soon don lifejackets to prevent drownings when rock fishing at select high-risk sites.
Companies vie for state prize
A cluster of Colac district businesses were in the running for the state’s top tourism business awards.
Lightning knocks bricks from chimney
Apollo Bay shoppers and pedestrians received a hell of a shock when lighting struck a historic chimney nearby.
Subdued New Year party
Colac’s Jenny Huang and her family have spent their Lunar New Year with delicious food, traditional activities, and taking time to reflect after a busy year.
Summer school holidays boost businesses
Local businesses and accommodation have enjoyed a successful summer school holidays, with strong levels of tourism over the season, despite setbacks from COVID-19.
Loch Ard Gorge beach impresses list judge
Tourism Australia has listed the beach in fifth place in its ranking of Australia’s top 20 beaches.