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NewsChildcare important but location matters: councillors
Colac Otway Shire councillors have shot down plans for an almost 100-place childcare centre on Colac’s Woods Street after neighbours raised concerns their street would be inundated with traffic and noise.
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Colac’s biggest empty commercial site is back on the market, but hope remains for a new party to take on the site.
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NewsDedicated members awarded
Multiple Colac SES members have been recognised for reaching milestones in their commitment to the community.
May 13, 2026 Hannah Toohey
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Asset policy opens
Colac Otway Shire Council is inviting residents and ratepayers to have their say on its draft asset management policy.
‘Vulnerable’ lake running low
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority says it will take years of “significant rainfall” to improve the resilience of Lake Corangamite’s water levels.
Check batteries, eliminate blazes
A district fire brigade is reminding residents about the importance of taking proper care when storing and charging lithium-ion batteries after a shed caught fire at Winchelsea.
Pet-perfect coast road trip
It might be time to buckle your four-legged best friend up for an adventure, as the Great Ocean Road has been ranked as one of the best pet-friendly road trips in Australia.
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Darroch relishing Falcons call
It’s been a whirlwind start for Hamish Darroch’s 2026 football season, but the 17-year-old says he is making the most of every opportunity for Colac and the Geelong Falcons.
Rovers depth proves competitive in defeat
Colac Otway Rovers senior men’s coach Darren Balboni says the club’s inexperienced line-up showed plenty of promise against Corio in Friday night’s grading match.
Monster tuna steal show
Otway Region Sport Fishing Club officials have hailed the Victorian Sports Fishing Championships round held at Apollo Bay as a success with two potential Australian tuna records set during competition.
Sketch sets sights on rematch
Colac wrestling hero Andrew “Sketch” Clissold is already eyeing off a rematch against Nate Hunter after suffering a hard-fought defeat in front of his hometown crowd.
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Cold Weather Concerns Affecting Colac Homeowners
Colac residents are no strangers to the delights of winter. With frequent chilly mornings, frost covered lawns, and higher than average rainfall across the region when compared to other areas across greater Victoria, many Colac locals are already well-prepared for cold weather conditions.
Melbourne Opens its Doors to the National Football League
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