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The award-winning Colac Herald is Colac and district’s newspaper of choice. The Colac Herald rolled off the presses in 1868 and absorbed the Observer in 1874.

Produced by a dedicated team based in Colac, the Colac Herald arrives each Monday, Wednesday and Friday with the district’s most up-to-date and in-depth news and sports reports and advertising that’s a proven winner. A newspaper created for Colac and district by people who make Colac and district their home, the Colac Herald continues a tradition dating back almost 150 years to the launch of the C

olac Observer in 1866. Other newspapers have come and gone during the Colac Herald’s history but the Herald has stood the test of time and proudly continues to serve Colac and district as one of the few truly independent locally owned media outlets remaining in Australia. The Colac Herald is much more than simply words and pictures and has won a string of international, national and state awards, including the Victorian Country Press Association’s Overall Newspaper Excellence Award. The journalism, photography and advertising awards which fill the Herald’s bulging trophy cabinet are proof that the Colac Herald is a shining light in regional Victoria’s media industry and guarantees our readers and advertisers get value for their money. With news stories that focus on issues that matter to Colac and district, sports reports that embrace and acknowledge the achievements of our sportsmen and women, advertising tailored to the market, the region’s best real estate guide and a guaranteed readership, it’s obvious why the Colac Herald is Colac and district’s number one media outlet. DISCUSSIONS POLICY:

The Colac Herald welcomes discussions of topics relating to our coverage, and the wider Colac and district community. All content and posts on the Herald’s page are bound by the following:
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17/12/2024

Health centre funding cuts will be the topic of discussion in Birregurra tonight.

The Birregurra Community Group is hosting a public meeting on behalf of the Birregurra Community Health Centre Advisory Committee to discuss the changes in the way the Birregurra Community Health Centre is funded.

Colac Area Health chief Fiona Brew said in reviewing the budget there was a “need and responsibility to make sure our services are sustainable while ensuring the community can still access the care and services they need”.

Health centre funding cuts will be the topic of discussion in Birregurra tomorrow night.

17/12/2024

More people than ever in Colac Otway Shire are receiving homelessness help through specialist family violence services.

Meanwhile, a women’s wellbeing expert is urging people to be alert to signs of violence ahead of the Christmas and New Year period.

There were 300 people who received homelessness help because of family violence in 2023-24, new data shows.

More people than ever in Colac Otway Shire are receiving homelessness help through specialist family violence services.

16/12/2024

BREAKING: Keeley a Bulldog!

The Western Bulldogs have selected Colac’s Keeley Hardingham with pick 48 in tonight's AFLW Draft.

See Wednesday’s Colac Herald for the full story.

16/12/2024

Colac paramedic Anna McGennisken says the comradery and a sense of service to the community has kept her with Ambulance Victoria for 20 years.

Anna, along with a number of her colleagues, was honoured for her career milestones at Ambulance Victoria’s recent Barwon South West staff service awards.

Colac paramedic Anna McGennisken says the comradery and a sense of service to the community has kept her with Ambulance Victoria for 20 years.

16/12/2024

There are more than five children for each place in childcare centres outside of Colac, a new report shows.

It comes as a regional alliance that includes Colac Otway Shire puts childcare at the centre of its federal election push.

There are more than five children for each place in childcare centres outside of Colac, a new report shows.

16/12/2024

Colac’s Christmas by the Lake event has spread festive cheer and “celebrated the community” on the weekend.

A large crowd converged at Lake Colac on Saturday, with reports of about 10,000 people attending across the evening.

Colac’s Christmas by the Lake event has spread festive cheer and “celebrated the community” on the weekend.

15/12/2024

Colac CFA captain Daniel Williams has urged the community to look after themselves today, as parts of the state are set to reach their hottest recorded temperature in years.

Today is a Total Fire Ban day for south-west Victoria, meaning that no fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight in the open air until 11.59pm.

The fire danger rating in the Colac Otway region has been labelled as extreme, a rating that urges people to take action to protect their lives and property.

Colac CFA captain Daniel Williams has urged the community to look after themselves today, as parts of the state are set to reach their hottest recorded temperature in years.

15/12/2024

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country, North Central, South West, Central (includes Melbourne and Geelong), and West and South Gippsland fire districts – tomorrow, Monday 16 December 2024.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM. Stay informed: www.cfa.vic.gov.au/firebans

14/12/2024

Colac’s Charlie Gaylard is eager to wow crowds at tonight's Christmas by the Lake event.

Charlie is part of a long list of talented entertainers set to star including The Mik Maks, Ben Lee, The Angus Duo, Lewis Oborne, Red Door with local artists, and of course, Santa.

The action kicks off at 6pm, and the entertainment is proudly sponsored by the Colac Herald.

14/12/2024

Lauren Hickey snapped this stellar shot of a pod of pelicans at Lake Colac.

Have you taken an eye-catching snap from around the Colac district or the coast? Send it to The People's Pics at [email protected]

13/12/2024

A state-of-the-art science building and a dive into marine life have rounded up a standout year for Lorne P-12 College.

The college is reflecting on a year that has been marked by growth, innovation and student success, which assistant principal Michael Stone said would not have been possible without the support of parents, families, businesses and the wider community.

A state-of-the-art science building and a dive into marine life have rounded up a standout year for Lorne P-12 College.

13/12/2024

Colac’s Taylah Hassett says the chance to pursue a lifelong dream was too much to ignore as she prepares to coach Geelong VFLW at 22 years old.

Hassett, a product of the Colac Imperials female football program, will take the reins at Kardinia Park from Elise Coventry in 2025.

Colac’s Taylah Hassett says the chance to pursue a lifelong dream was too much to ignore as she prepares to coach Geelong VFLW at 22 years old.

13/12/2024

The dux of Camperdown’s Mercy Regional College didn’t know what to think when she opened her ATAR score.

Terang’s Charlotte Bennett experienced a mix of disbelief and excitement yesterday morning.

The talented student scored a remarkable result of 98.90, exceeding her expectations.

The dux of Camperdown’s Mercy Regional College didn’t know what to think when she opened her ATAR score.

13/12/2024

Relief washed over Trinity College Colac Year 12 students Amber Cain, Aanlin Cheeran and Ava Tobin when they received their final study scores.

Trinity’s high achievers, all scoring in the 90s, included Amber, Aanlin and Ava, while the school’s dux was Emma Scott, who received an ATAR of 97.6.

Relief washed over Trinity College Year 12 students Amber Cain, Aanlin Cheeran and Ava Tobin when they received their final study scores.

13/12/2024

Colac’s ANZ store will move from its main street location next year.

The ANZ Colac branch, currently located on Murray Street, will close on Friday February 6, 2025, and open in a new location in the Colac Plaza near Coles on Wednesday February 12, 2025.

Colac’s ANZ store will move from its main street location next year.

13/12/2024

Lunchtime council meetings will become a regular occurrence for Colac Otway Shire Council in 2025, following a decision to change when the group meets.

There will also be at least two meetings at Apollo Bay.

The council voted to change its meeting day and time to Tuesdays at 1pm this week.

Lunchtime council meetings will become a regular occurrence for Colac Otway Shire Council in 2025, following a decision to change when the group meets.

12/12/2024

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12/12/2024

Trinity College Colac’s bands have wrapped up a year of sharing their magnificent music with the community.

With popular school band The Elliminations making their mark throughout 2024, Year 11 students studying VCE music have formed a new band, Monochrome Rainbows.

Trinity College Colac’s bands have wrapped up a year of sharing their magnificent music with the community.

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Colac Herald journalist Naomi Newcombe has been visiting the US as part of a digital news study tour to San Francisco, Washington DC and New York City. Naomi was out and about on Tuesday for the US election getting a grasp of the political system, sharing the video below!

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Apollo Bay locals have joined together early this morning to take part in Cold Nips 100 sunrise dips in 100 days Aus Tour. Their aim is to get thousands of Aussies to go for a sunrise ocean dip and raise $1 million for mental health. Keep an eye on future Colac Herald editions to see more from the event!

1️⃣ Vote One Cheryl Miller for a stronger, vibrant, inclusive and diverse community. Advertisement authorised by Cheryl Miller PO Box 610, Colac 3250

BALLOT DRAWN The ballot order for the Colac Otway Shire Council election has been drawn, with the candidates ordered from 1 to 18 for how they will appear on the ballot paper. See Friday's Colac Herald for more on the election.

PRELIMINARY FINALS CDFNL preliminary finals are well underway at Central Reserve and despite some rain, teams are putting their best effort into the games in the hopes of making next week’s grand final!

Another week of CDFNL finals is complete! 💪 Colac Herald photographer Joel King was there to capture every step of the action in both football and netball. Don't forget to visit colacherald.shootproof.com/ to browse and purchase any of the photos or drop into the Herald on Bromfield Street to order your photos.

1️⃣ Vote One Gavin Davies for Community Needs First Advertisement authorised by Gavin Davies PO BOX 120, Colac 3250

WHAT A WEEKEND OF SPORT! The first weekend of CDFNL finals are now complete and the Colac Herald was there to capture all the action from football to netball. Visit colacherald.shootproof.com/gallery/25321746/ to browse photos from the weekend's matches or drop into the Herald office on Bromfield Street to order your photos!

Olympic bronze medallist Penny Smith was back at home at the Colac Gun Club on Friday following her return to Australia after the 2024 Olympic Games. Check out the video below to hear more about Penny's Olympic experience including how grateful she was to have support from the Camperdown, Bookaar and Colac communities.