Lake Colac
Expert blasts Lake Colac road plan
A COLAC district wetlands expert says a highway dividing Lake Colac into three sections is the “most destructive” proposal he has seen for the lake.
$80-million Lake Colac road plan
A COLAC businessman says his vision for an $80-million causeway across Lake Colac would create a truck bypass, recreational space and boost tourism.
Herpes plan to kill off carp
RESEARCHERS are investigating a disease to control European carp, a pest fish which infests Lake Colac.
Road over lake ‘only option’
A COLAC Yacht Club member says a causeway across Lake Colac could be civic leaders’ “only chance” of saving the lake.
Lake Colac bridge back on agenda
A BRIDGE or causeway across Lake Colac is again on the agenda as a possible Colac truck bypass.
Former tip leaks poisonous gas
AUTHORITIES have sent warning letters to people living near Colac’s former tip after detecting high levels of the poisonous gas methane.
New path overlooks Lake Colac
COLAC Botanic Gardens advocates are “thrilled to bits” after opening a new path overlooking Lake Colac.
Life returns with rain to wetlands
BIRDS, ducks and frogs have rejuvenated Colac and district wetlands.