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 donations help book ticket to Africa
A FAMILY of Sudanese refugees say the generosity and support of Colac people have made the city feel like home.
Regal police presence for Queen’s Birthday
POLICE say they will have a “regal” presence on Colac district roads across the Queen’s Birthday long weekend.
Carpark thief steals battler’s treasures
A STRUGGLING Colac district farmer lost hard-saved holiday money and irreplaceable photos when a thief stole her bag from her car in Colac.
Sports shop targeted in ‘unusual’ burglary
POLICE are investigating an “unusual” burglary at a sports store in central Colac.
$1m upgrade to create timber jobs
ONE of Colac’s biggest employers has announced a $1-million project which will create more than a dozen full-time jobs.
Robber holds up supermarket with knife
POLICE are appealing for public help to find an armed robber who used a knife in a hold up at a Camperdown supermarket.
Raids reveal drugs and weapons
AN Apollo Bay man is facing drugs and weapons charges and a teenager is in custody after three police raids at the coastal town.
Domestic violence reports increase
AN increase in reports of family violence has marred a decrease in overall Colac district crime.