Charity
Orphans one step closer to family reunion
A COLAC Sudanese family is one step closer to bringing an orphaned nephew and nieces to Australia.
Grandmother’s cancer battle inspires Colac cyclist
COLAC’S Kayla-leanne Clarkson will embark on one of the toughest challenges of her life in memory of her grandmother who died of cancer.
Colac support boosts project for women
COLAC women have thrown their support behind an international project which provides second-hand bras and undergarments to disadvantaged women.
Generosity impresses Colac Salvation Army
COLAC Salvation Army Major Alan Jenner says Colac district residents’ generosity impressed him at the organisation’s annual doorknock.
Trip inspires campaign for Nepal entrepreneur
COLAC district resident Ammie Jackson says meeting a Nepalese entrepreneur and women’s rights campaigner inspired her to help her cause.
Welfare budget cuts concern for charities
COLAC welfare agencies say young people, unemployed people and struggling families will be hit hardest by proposed changes in the federal budget.
Colac knitter uses skills for charity
COLAC’S Mary Neal felt the urge to volunteer after losing a friend to bipolar disorder.
Sharp idea helps Fijian children
A COLAC district boy will use a family overseas trip to improve school life for Fijian children.