Put education ahead of politics
SCHOOL principals say governments must put children’s futures ahead of politics to secure a $24-million boost to Colac and district school funding.
Cat unsurprised by Simpkin success
THE success of former Colac footballer Joffy Simpkin at his new AFL club Hawthorn is no surprise to former Geelong teammate Joel Selwood.
Colac promotion divides opinions
COLAC’S “life, your way” televisions ads have divided opinions.
New market for Colac
THIS weekend will mark the start of a new market selling fresh and organic produce and handcrafted goods from Colac and district.
Teens strengthen community ties
APOLLO BAY Bay teens are benefitting from a mentorship program that aims to strengthen community ties.
Mother left children home alone
A FORMER Colac woman will contest three charges after allegedly leaving her children at home alone while she went to get take away food.
Search for missing paraglider
PORT Campbell surf lifesavers assisted in a police search for a paraglider missing off the south-west coast yesterday.
Coastal marathon breaks record
ONE of Australia’s iconic marathons has hit record entry numbers.
Colac water upgrade will proceed
BARWON Water says it will still go ahead with a planned $25-million boost to Colac’s water supply, despite issues over the project’s timing.
Cannabis was to calm bees
A MELBOURNE man grew cannabis in the Otways to calm his bees, Colac Magistrate’s Court has heard.