News
Colac meetings now Tuesdays, with two at Apollo Bay
Lunchtime council meetings will become a regular occurrence for Colac Otway Shire Council in 2025, following a decision to change when the group meets.
Colac bank will relocate in 2025
Colac’s ANZ store will move from its main street location next year.
Safety changes to Winch centre
Surf Coast Shire Council has announced safety improvements to support truck deliveries in Winchelsea’s town centre.
Hospital toilets need upgrade
A Beech Forrest woman who uses a wheelchair says Colac’s urgent care toilets badly need an accessibility upgrade.
Tim’s trek raises $92K
Tim Lucas’ trip to five of Australia’s highest peaks with a dedicated team has helped raise more than $90,000 for Down Syndrome Victoria.
Removed limit is a boon for boaters
Boaters, skiers and vessel owners are celebrating speed limit changes on Lake Colac – with hopes that the move will boost lake use and draw more recreational users from across the region.
Man smuggled pills into prison
A former Colac man who smuggled drugs inside his body before going into custody will spend the next two months in prison for a range of offending, including a Colac burglary.
Bay life savers already making rescues
Apollo Bay’s Surf Life Saving Club president is urging locals and tourists to swim between the red and yellow flags this summer season to ensure there isn’t a repeat of last year’s drownings and near-drownings on the coast.