Articles tagged: summer

Snake catcher shares tips in peak season
Colac snake catcher Benny McNamara says many snakes are being sighted every day.

Fire restrictions in force from today
Today marks the first day of the Fire Danger Period in Colac Otway and Corangamite shires.

Heat protocol for transport
As the summer season begins to heat up, V-Line are encouraging Colac and district passengers to plan their travels around extreme heat timetables.

Pool’s policies causing splash
Winchelsea’s upgraded pool will open for its first full summer season tomorrow, but rules relating to the new season are making waves for the wrong reason.

Corangamite pools opening for summer
Outdoor pools across the Corangamite Shire are getting ready to open, with a hot summer quickly approaching.

Centre celebrates season
Bluewater Leisure Centre’s ultimate summer kick off party is just around the corner, with everyone welcome to this weekend’s event.

Snakebite alert as cases rise during summer
Paramedics have issued a warning after attending to 129 suspected snakebites across the state this summer.

Scouts continuing summer adventure
The adventure never stops for Colac and district Scouts over the summer break.

Stay vigilant of snakes as weather heats up
A local snake expert is warning Colac and district residents to be cautious of snakes as warmer weather approaches.

Summer memo missed
December missed the memo that summer had arrived in the Colac district after an underwhelming start to the warm season.

Top Swimming Pool Safety Tips For Young Families
Swimming pools provide endless summer fun for families, offering a refreshing escape from the scorching heat. However, they also present potential hazards, especially for young children.

PHOTO SPREAD: Holidays drawing to a close
Colac and district kids have been enjoying the final week of school holidays.

Outlook predicts warmer weather
Colac and district can expect warmer than average weather for the coming three months, and average levels of rain.

Enjoying fun in the sun
Colac and district residents can expect hot weather to continue this weekend.

PHOTO SPREAD: Lorne laughs
Lorne has proven a popular spot for fun in the water during hot weather this week.

PHOTO FEATURE: Families enjoy Colac holidays
Local families and travellers enjoyed stopping at Colac’s holiday hotspots during the festive season.

