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New show organiser excited about event
The rookie organiser of this year’s Heytesbury Show hopes to live up to the show’s high standards.
Successful field days for Colac contingent
Colac farm machinery businesses used Warrnambool’s annual Sungold Field Days to network and meet new clients.
Butt out at Birregurra
A Birregurra business owner has called for sections of the town’s main street to become smoke-free zones.
Cyclone can’t keep Digger from Darwin
Tropical cyclone Carlos has failed to dampen a Colac digger’s return to Darwin.
Labor focuses on district water
Former Victorian Treasurer John Lenders has toured Colac and Apollo Bay to discuss water security.
Diggers’ life-long friendship
Serving in Darwin during the Second World War kick started a unique friendship for Colac’s Alan Provan and Ross Chester.
Low crime means no more police
A State Government push to boost police numbers has failed to deliver new officers to Colac and district.
Recognise top employees
NOMINATIONS have opened for Colac and district’s premier employee awards. Powercor Colac Otway Business Awards co-ordinator Jenny Van Niekerk said people could nominate workers for the Westvic Staffing Solutions Employee of the Year award. She said the award showcased an array of the district’s leading workers. The peak employee award has historically recognised a diverse […]
Job satisfaction lasts 50 years
A retiring Colac car dealership administrator says his longevity is the result of being happy to go to work every day.
Boost for libraries
Colac and district community groups have a place to display their work after the installation of four new cabinets at Colac’s library.
Youth Allowance goals unrealistic
A COLAC district university student says Youth Allowance criteria set unrealistic goals for regional students.
Measles outbreak in Colac
Health officials have urged Colac and district residents to look for signs of measles after the disease appeared in the city.
Announcer makes Hot30
Former Colac radio host Peter Deppeler has reached a pinnacle in his career.
Three months to fix Great Ocean Road
Roads authorities say it could take three months to repair landslips on the Great Ocean Road.
Blending music and trucks
Country music and truck enthusiasts will unite this Sunday for the Colac Country Music Festival and Truck and Ute Show.
Apples at core of festival
Gellibrand organic apple farmer Julie Farquhar will showcase the world of apples this weekend.
Advice for business owners
A sales and marketing expert will visit Colac to help business owners boost their company profiles.
Colanda families wait in the dark
The future of Colac’s Colanda disability centre remains in the balance as supporters call for the State Government to save the centre.
Colac’s for sale again
Preparations are underway for Colac’s third annual Three-Hour Sale.
Celebrating Africa’s new nation
A Colac Sudanese man says he is looking forward to seeing peace in his homeland for the first time in his life.
Fuel reduction burns will start this week
Burnoffs will start in the Otways this week after a mild summer allowed firefighters to bring forward their autumn burns.
Community gardens growing
The outgoing mentor of Colac’s community gardens is confident they will continue to flourish.
Seeking foster families
A foster care agency is calling on Colac district people to become foster carers.
Store site will lure investment
A piece of prime real estate in central Colac could lure a new business or industry to the city.
