News
Appeal to keep Anzac spirit alive
Colac Returned and Services League president Reg O’Reilly wants the district’s younger residents to keep the Anzac spirit alive.
Council slashes plans for new loans
Colac Otway Shire Councillors slashed their planned debt levels as they sent a draft budget out for public comment.
Good luck kept danger distant
Colac’s Ray Milnes says a bit of good luck kept him away from danger during the Second World War.
Angler stranded after fish fight
Tuna too good to resist left a Melbourne angler stranded near Apollo Bay for more than six hours.
Take time to reflect on Easter
Colac religious leaders have urged people to reflect on the meaning of life this Easter.
Festival director’s Apollo Bay coda
Apollo Bay Music Festival’s outgoing director hopes the annual event will retain its “charm” and core values.
Police hunt Easter speedsters
Police will be on the lookout for speedsters during the Easter long weekend, with mobile speed cameras in place across Colac and district.
Honour soldiers on Anzac Day
Anzac Day services across Colac and district will give people an opportunity to remember Australian soldiers past and present.
Warmer and drier three months ahead
Forecast rain during the Easter long weekend is at odds with Colac and district’s three-month weather outlook.
Burnout hoons face car crushing
Three burnouts could mean a crushed car for Colac hoons as the State Government ramps up its crackdown on senseless driving.
Wish to end horror of war
Colac’s Grace Chester represents an often forgotten face of Australia’s war efforts.
Crowds tipped for Easter weekend
Colac and district tourism businesses expect an influx of visitors for this weekend’s Easter holidays.
A glimpse into region’s artists
Colac and district art enthusiasts can have a rare glimpse into the lives of the region’s artists at a series of open studios.
Easter revelry in Colac
Colac party-goers and visitors will find no shortage of entertainment in the city this Easter weekend.
Classic Aussie visiting region
Colac and district car enthusiasts can look out for a group of rare cars cruising around the region this weekend.
Take care during Easter long weekend
A Colac road safety group has urged motorists to take care on Colac district roads this Easter long weekend.
Coles guarantees CRF jobs
Workers at a Colac meat processor will keep their jobs if supermarket giant Coles buys the company.
Colac Otway rates to climb 5.5%
Colac Otway Shire Council will inflict a 5.5-per-cent rate rise on ratepayers during 2011-12.
Business chief challenges shire planners
Colac and district’s leading business advocate has challenged Colac Otway Shire Council to improve public perception of its planning department.
Colac district farmers find national glory
Four Colac district farmers have found national glory in everyday farm chores.
Burglary at Colac day spa
Police are investigating a burglary at a Colac day spa.
Coastal walking trails to lure tourists
A consultant will investigate five potential coastal walking trails to lure tourists to Apollo Bay and district.
Football club stars in WorkSafe campaign
Camperdown Football Club has starred in WorkSafe’s latest advertising campaign.
Hand transplant recipient impresses doctors
A Cobden man who became the first Australian to receive a hand transplant is impressing doctors with his recovery.
