Articles tagged: Crime Statistics Agency
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EYE ON THEFT: Police responding to rise in retail offences
Colac police are teaming up with local traders to address a recent rise in retail thefts.
March 28, 2025
Naomi Newcombe
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Police issue safety reminder as thefts increase
Thefts have increased by almost 60 per cent in Colac Otway shire across 12 months, new crime data reveals.
January 3, 2025
Naomi Newcombe
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CRIME DOWN: Offences at a 10-year low, but key measures are up
Crime in the Colac Otway Shire is continuing a downward trend, but drug possession, criminal damage and family violence order breaches are on the rise.
June 19, 2023
Naomi Newcombe
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Tougher bail laws lead to drop in reported offences
Crime in Colac Otway has decreased, with Colac Police Station commander Ken Slingsby saying tougher bail laws are a contributing factor in the fall.
December 24, 2018
A Staff Reporter
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Crime rates soaring across Colac region
A rise in crime throughout Colac and district has prompted the region’s top police officer to warn the public to be vigilant and proactive.
December 15, 2017
Lydia Kennedy
