Health
Loving big sister jumps in to help heart charity
SIX-YEAR-OLD Taneisha Goonan’s only wish for Christmas was to be a big sister.
Selfless Colac donor helps save four lives
DOCTORS have described a Colac man who registered as an organ donor and helped save four lives as a hero.
Health service funding struggle ahead
A VICTORIAN health advocacy leader says he is concerned Colac’s health services could struggle to survive after State and Federal budget announcements.
Colac cancer appeal hits $290,000
COLAC’S LONG ROAD Appeal has raised more than $290,000 in nine months, and is still accepting donations to establish a Colac cancer clinic.
Centre closer to opening date
COLAC OTWAY Shire Council chief Sue Wilkinson says the council is closer to announcing an opening date for the redeveloped Bluewater Fitness Centre.
Group takes action against drug threat
A COLAC district community is rallying against the drug “ice” to make its town “cleaner and healthier”.
Colac Hospital chief waits for indication
COLAC Area Health’s executive officer says proposed changes to Federal Government funding could have a “significant impact” on Colac’s hospital.
Taxi service closure leaves riders stuck
A COLAC taxis crisis has left Colac residents stranded after the city’s taxi company wound up business.