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Colac spotless in COVID check
Colac and district businesses have impressed State Government officials with their COVID compliance, after they found no rule breaches. Authorised COVID safety officers visited 10 business across Colac Otway Shire during the Melbourne Cup long weekend and found all venues were compliant, issuing zero infringements or warnings. The state’s justice department targeted hospitality and retail […]
Region’s war history in safe hands
A local Second World War soldier’s service is finally earning its due recognition, 80 years since he farewelled his family and left Australian shores for the last time.
First look: Apollo Bay Harbour plans revealed
Colac Otway Shire Council has unveiled designs for the multi-million-dollar Apollo Bay Harbour redevelopment, and is seeking community feedback on it and plans for new Kennett River tourism infrastructure.
Rare lightshow amazes Colac district
Colac and district photographers were treated to a rare lightshow last week when Aurora Australis shone over the region.
Info sought on Colac thefts
Colac police are appealing for information about a series of thefts in the city last week.
We’re ready: High vax rate gives confidence for new normal
As Colac Otway residents transition to a new COVID-normal, health authorities have acknowledged community members’ feelings of excitement, anxiety and fear of the unknown, ahead of a busy summer.
Floral artwork helps ease migraine pain
A Colac artist has found that putting paint to canvas has helped her extreme migraines after leaving her career in childcare.
Cattle prices breaking records
Colac and district farmers and agents alike have witnessed record-breaking cattle prices at saleyards after a phenomenal season.