News
Inspections and jabs ramp up for construction
The State Government is cracking down on COVID transmission in the construction industry, and has launched a compliance blitz and priority vaccine access for workers.
Crime and police news
Man loses drivers licence after police detect drugs, Scam calls rise in Corangamite, and Colac woman will contest theft charges
Gas plan approval angers Vic Greens
The Victorian Greens have taken aim at a decision to allow gas drilling near the 12 Apostles, but the State Government insists exploration is safe and essential for Victoria’s economy.
Celebrating NAPLAN results
Colac and district schools had outstanding NAPLAN results despite setbacks from at-home learning.
Venues greet thirsty patrons
Colac and district businesses were buzzing with happy customers over the weekend despite COVID capacity restrictions.
Colac Cinemas to welcome back movie buffs
Colac Cinemas will reopen tomorrow in time for the upcoming school holidays.
Concerns over ID checks
An Apollo Bay business owner has called on the State Government to clear confusion around identification check rules for regional Victorian businesses.
Local vax rate still rising
Almost 50 per cent of people in the Colac-Corangamite region are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, while the first-dose rate is almost three-in-four.