COVID-19
Outbreak continues in region
Colac Otway’s active COVID-19 case numbers have dropped, as Victoria recorded its highest daily tally of cases since the pandemic began and the State Government again relaxed testing requirements.
COVID testing requirements get narrower
A more relaxed approach to COVID-19 testing, tracing, isolating and quarantine arrangements will be the new normal for Victorians, after National Cabinet redefined coronavirus close contacts.
Volunteers happy with Driver Reviver’s revival
Colac’s Driver Reviver has impressed two English travellers after a slow but successful Christmas and new year period.
Surging demand for virus tests
Health services and authorities are continuing to ask for patience and kindness towards healthcare workers as demand for COVID-19 testing across the Colac district persists and wait times blow out.
Virus test kits sold out
COVID-19 rapid antigen testing kits are flying off Colac district shelves, as demand soars across the state for the at-home tests that provide a 15-minute result.
Healthcare restrictions
Colac Area Health has enforced changes to its visitation rules, as the city’s COVID-19 cases rise.
Testing centre to open
Colac’s COVID-19 testing site will be open on certain days over the Christmas and new year period.
Masks back indoors as Omicron variant spreads
The State Government has reintroduced mandatory masks in indoor settings to respond to the spread of the Omicron variant and reduce COVID-19 exposure over the Christmas and new year period.