Health
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.
Inquiry into farm cattle deaths
THE discovery of sick and dead cattle on a Colac district farm has sparked an investigation into a possible disease outbreak.
Couple fighting to stay in Australia
A COLAC couple is fighting to stay in Australia after officials ruled one of them was too old and had insufficient English skills to earn permanent residency.
Hospital chief defends bed plan
COLAC’S available emergency hospital beds will halve after 3.30pm each day under a plan to retain the city’s overnight urgent care.
Shedding light on rare disease
A COLAC woman wants to meet other people suffering the same debilitating disease that prevented her from walking and talking.
Technology extends health care
COLAC Area Health’s urgent care centre is linking its medical staff with doctors and paramedics across Victoria.
Businesses support palliative care
COLAC and district businesses have thrown their support behind a bid for a new palliative care space at the city’s hospital.
Algae saves woman’s ruined heart
A REVOLUTIONARY experimental treatment using algae has repaired Rhonda Armstrong’s heart and given her a new lease on life.
Injured teenager returns home
A COLAC district junior footballer is home from hospital after suffering spinal injuries in a match at the weekend.