News
Lightning sparks district fires
Rain and the fast action of firefighters has helped quickly extinguish a series lightning-sparked fires in the Colac district.
Diners support hospital
Colac district people enjoyed a day of catching up with friends, eating delicious local produce and celebrating the city’s yacht regatta at Colac Area Health Foundation’s longest lunch.
Vealers get high price at sale
Livestock consultants were rapt when vealers sold for top dollar at Colac Regional Saleyards‘ weekly sale.
Lorne crews assist rescue
Lorne emergency crews and Ambulance Victoria have worked to rescue a teenage girl on a remote section of coastline, after she suffered burns to her face and upper body from a campfire.
Lorne flushed with historical artefacts
A historical outhouse artefact has washed up on Lorne’s shores after severe stormy weather.
Weaner sale sets a 15-year high
This year’s Birregurra Premier Steer, Weaner and Female Sale was the strongest sales day in 15 years for the Colac Regional Saleyards.
Rural Scene news in brief
Rabbit control, the nutritional value of weeds, and agricultural shows feature in today’s Rural Scene.
Big history of baking for family
More information has come to light about the Thwaites family’s long history of baking bread in Colac.