Articles tagged: Community
Victims moved by sculpture at Separation Creek
A Separation Creek couple has issued a public callout to a mystery artist who gave them something to smile about in their recovery process following a flash flooding event.
All welcome in Forrest’s shed
A community Men’s Shed in the Otways is breaking down stereotypes and fostering inclusivity by opening its doors to all in the community regardless of gender.
Connecting families in need
An isolated Colac mum’s call for help could grow into a community movement that would bridge generational gaps.
Housing, health on Corangamite minds
Around 90 people from across the Corangamite Shire have asked for more affordable housing, health services, public transport and environmental protection to be included in a new council plan.
International Women’s Day 2025
Stories from around Colac on International Women's Day 2025.
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.
Beeac’s brolgas inspire state
A Beeac Primary School project which spread the word of a threatened species and involved the winder community will feature in Education Week.
COMMUNITY MEETING: Young campaigner pushing to fix lake
A COLAC woman is calling on residents to help her in her quest to revitalise Lake Colac.
Cancer relay a success despite thunderstorms
THUNDER, lightning and rain failed to dampen the spirits of Colac Otway Relay for Life teams at the weekend.
Family stays positive amid failing eyesight
COLAC’S Tammie Tevelein loves Christmas, but unlike the people who visit her street, she is unable to see her family’s festive display.
Beechy Trail wins statewide award
OLD BEECHY Rail Trail committee founding member Tony Grogan is celebrating success after the Otways recreation track claimed a Victorian innovation award.
Community meeting attracts large crowd
MORE THAN 250 people attended a Colac meeting to learn about a drug that “has ripped families and communities apart”, a Colac sports leader says.
Colac takes a stand against ‘ice’ threat
COLAC TIGERS Football Netball Club president Nick Lang says it’s time to take a stand against the drug “ice”.
School site not for sale
KAWARREN residents say they are relieved after the Education Department confirmed the town’s former primary school remained under community control.
Couple to pledge citizenship at Colac ceremony
BILL Fennon says his bowls mates call him “pom”, but they might have to find a new title for him after he becomes an Australian citizen tomorrow.
