Articles tagged: Volunteer
Lion’s heart for helping
“It’s the enjoyment of giving something back.” Lions Club of Colac has been behind vital projects in the community for decades, and volunteers have been at the heart of it.
Colac challenge raises funds
New plantings, costume crafting, no sugar and daily saxophone have helped Colac radio volunteers learn new skills and raise money for the community station.
Passionate locals called to volunteer
Colac Unearthed is calling out for volunteers to fill a wide variety of roles that will help bring the new volunteer visitor ambassador program to life.
Contributions make huge impact on volunteers
A Birregurra volunteer says sponsorship is the lifeblood that keeps many community group programs running.
Rewarding role for volunteers
RDA Colac offers the perfect opportunity to get involved with helping deliver horse riding programs for people with disability.
Help to find volunteers
Colac’s Community Hub will soon launch a new volunteer hub for the Colac district providing opportunities and supports for local volunteers.
Tireless helper had big impact
Her kind and cheerful spirit, sense of humour, passion for helping others, and lifetime of community service are among the traits family and friends will best remember Colac’s Julie Holbery for.
Tribute to Colac advocate
Colac’s Ruth Spokes stood out for her kind spirit, lifetime of community service, and dedication to bringing joy to the lives of others.
Mammoth effort for young firefighter
A Colac Fire Brigade volunteer attended nearly 200 callouts in the past financial year, and says he is committed to helping the community.
Brigade needs new firefighters
Colac Fire Brigade is on the hunt for new members after COVID-19 hampered recruitment last year.
State recognition for Scruff
A love of the game, giving back to the sporting community and a bond with mates are what have kept Rob Oborne involved with cricket for more than 50 years.
Volunteers keep service alive
COLAC and district’s older residents will today celebrate a valuable community service and the help of 38 volunteers.
Fiji trip ‘amazing’ despite travel agency’s collapse
COLAC Venturer Scouts have returned from an “amazing” trip to Fiji, after a travel agency scandal almost derailed their trip.
Road crash rescues keep brigade busy
APOLLO BAY Fire Brigade captain Dave Howell says traffic crashes make up 80 per cent of the volunteer brigade’s work, requiring a range of skills.
Eagles develop plan to address shortage
COLAC DISTRICT Football League and AFL Barwon officials have thrown their support behind the Western Eagles as the club aims to address a football player shortage.
Gardens volunteer is Colac’s top citizen
COLAC’S Denise Green has described winning Colac Otway Shire’s major Australia Day award as a “privilege and honour”.
Colac volunteer’s Australian Open honour
THE BOOMING voice of Australian Open tennis announcer Craig Willis helped mark 25 years of service to the tournament for Colac’s Michael Green.
Engineer volunteers to help rural Nepal
A 12-MONTH volunteering commitment to improve Nepal’s water supply is providing challenges for former Colac district engineer Siobhan Maxwell.
