Police and Emergencies
Fire writes off Forrest woman’s car
A FORREST woman’s vehicle is “a total write off” after it caught fire after breaking down near Barwon Downs.
Man charged over threats and explosives
ARSON and Explosives Squad detectives have charged a 75-year-old Apollo Bay man in relation to alleged threats against State Government employees and other non-government institutions.
Disgusting graffiti attack on War Memorial
COLAC RSL and city authorities have expressed disgust over a weekend graffiti attack on the war memorial in Colac’s Memorial Square.
Traffic crash injures student
A COLAC district girl is in a Melbourne hospital after a car hit her as she crossed a road to catch a school bus on the final day of term three.
Court evacuation after bomb threat
A BOMB threat and an altercation at the Colac Magistrate’s Court this week has put safety concerns about the courthouse in the spotlight.
Stolen vehicle rams police car
POLICE are appealing for information after a stolen four-wheel drive rammed a police car near Camperdown.
Traffic smash a lasting reminder for motorist
PUBLIC safety was immediately on Andrew Bath’s mind when he suffered a fractured sternum and bruises in a head-on crash two years ago.
Man dies in vehicle crash near Winchelsea
ONE MAN has died and another is in hospital with serious injuries following a car crash south-east of Winchelsea.