Articles tagged: Beeac
Woman’s guilty plea over Beeac shooting
A Colac woman accused of setting a shooting incident at Beeac in motion has pleaded guilty to intentionally causing injury.
Heat and windy conditions reignite months-old burn
Firefighters have responded to a reignited burn-off, stopping the fire before it spread further into grass.
Beeac accused to face County
A Beeac man accused of a non-fatal shooting will learn his fate next year from a County Court Judge after failing to get his case heard in a lower court.
House in Beeac farming zone approved, overruling officers
Colac Otway Shire councillors have approved a permit for a four-bedroom house on the outskirts of Beeac, against the recommendation of planning officers.
Prep for CFA air response
Ten brigades in Beeac’s CFA group have tackled all things aircraft during a training session this week.
Man facing shooting charges denied bail
A Beeac man charged with a non-fatal shooting will remain in custody until he next faces court.
Meeting to pump up Beeac track
Beeac community members are invited to a town meeting to discuss a wheelie good idea.
Man hospitalised after suspected Beeac shooting
Detectives are investigating a report of a shooting at Beeac.
New board and Colac Rotary honour
Colac Rotarians have welcomed a new board, and a charity event organiser has received the organisation’s highest honour.
Legacy honoured through Beeac golf event
The Joyce Simpkin Bowl has celebrated 36 years of women’s golf at the Beeac Golf Club.
Fire prompts season warning
Beeac Rural Fire Brigade community safety coordinator Lucy Richardson has praised the community’s fast response after a grass fire, but warned of the upcoming fire season.
Beeac trainer’s long adventure
With a life whose sheer variety could have rivalled Forrest Gump, Beeac’s Ian Robert Lee, better known as “Dick”, will be most remembered as a titan of the harness racing industry, but also a much-loved Beeac community member.
Local gardens open to the public
Horticulturalist Bob Millen’s two decades of work is evident within the magic of his Beeac garden, which is set to open to the public this weekend.
Clear path for Beeac coffee to continue
Colac Otway Shire Council has confirmed on social media that a group of men who catch up for coffee in Beeac are welcome to continue meeting, despite previous concerns that they might have to move on.
Beeac resident’s council vision
Gavin Davies hopes he can be part of a new, progressive and sympathetic Colac Otway Shire Council.
Hay and rain lifts local spirits
Beeac farmer Simeon Gard says hay and rain couldn’t have come at a better time, lifting the spirits of farmers in the district who have been facing the green drought.
Cycling clubs join forces to boost numbers
Numbers at Colac cycling meets have failed to drop off during the chilly winter conditions thanks to the combination of the Colac and Colac Veterans Cycling Clubs. The clubs have combined for two successful races with the aim of boosting numbers during the coldest weekends in winter. Despite the “Antarctic-like conditions” numbers did not waiver […]
Beeac house plans reach council
Plans have crossed Colac Otway Shire Council planning officers’ desks this week for a three-bedroom home in Beeac to assist with the breeding of horses.
Retro ride attracts cyclists to district
The Beeac-to-Rock retro ride on Saturday was a great success, raising more than $2000 for Colac Area Health.
Laundry from dryer sets fire to vehicle
Self-combusting laundry caused a car fire at Beeac this week, sparking an unusual but timely warning.
Crew looks into Beeac grass fire
Fire authorities are investigating whether an electric fence caused a grass fire at a Beeac property.
Beeac community to host annual carols celebration
The Beeac Community Centre will come alive with Christmas cheer this weekend for the town’s annual carols.
Man faces arson charges after Beeac fire
Police have charged a man over alleged arson of a Beeac home earlier this month.
Police investigate Beeac house blaze
Police are investigating a suspicious fire that destroyed a Beeac house.
