Articles by A Staff Reporter
Threatening behaviour costs former neighbour
A man who threatened to break his former neighbour’s neck has received a criminal record for his behaviour.
No conviction for driver returning positive drug test
A 26-year-old man has lost his licence for the next year for driving under the influence of cannabis.
Cannabis ‘babysitter’ reminded plants still illegal
A Colac district man caught “babysitting” cannabis plants must pay $500 to the court fund and be on his best behaviour for the next year.
Man pleads guilty to dog and wallet thefts
A 21-year-old man who stole a dog, a wallet and attempted to steal a car will learn his fate in March.
Festival ready for 2024 sport theme
Colac Kana Festival is inviting local stallholders, entertainers, sports clubs, businesses and community groups to get involved in the “Our World of Sport” festival theme.
Theft from golf club
Colac Golf Club is pleading for golf balls stolen on Saturday morning to be returned to the club.
Breach included 140 text messages
A 45-year-old man who breached a no-contact intervention order by messaging his wife more than 140 times in 16 days must complete a men’s behaviour change program and stay out of trouble for the next year and a half.
Suspended motorist escapes with a fine
A Colac man who drove with a suspended licence must pay a $400 fine.