Coronavirus
Rural theft and hoons keeping police busy
Colac district police have recorded an increase in rural burglaries as thieves travel from as far as Melbourne to raid new targets.
Colac Otway rejigs budget for 2020-21
Colac Otway Shire Council is reworking its annual budget to take the impacts of coronavirus into account.
Italian paradise faces devastation
“Until you are living it, it is difficult to comprehend.”
A former Colac district man and his family are living in lockdown in Italy, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to grip the country with devastating effects.
More COVID-19 testing in city
Coronavirus testing criteria have relaxed nation-wide, with Colac’s dedicated COVID-19 centre now testing more people who present to the clinic feeling unwell.
Melbourne couple fined under lockdown laws
A Melbourne couple received an expensive bill for booking an Otways motel after police issued them fines for breaching lockdown laws.
Great idea for book lovers
Looking for something to cure your lockdown boredom? Colac’s library might have the perfect solution.
Councillors head outside for Surf Coast meeting
Surf Coast Shire Council plans to go ahead with its April meeting but will make significant concessions due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Blue news for Otways celebration
Otways Tourist Park’s managers celebrated their 20-year milestone at the campsite in subdued fashion on the weekend.