News
Consider timing of stock return
With rain finally coming across most of Victoria, some farmers could be looking to return stock to paddocks following months of containment feeding.
Irrewarra subdivision supported
An Irrewarra subdivision has received approval from a Colac Otway Shire Council planning committee, against the recommendation of officers.
Projects boosted with local grants
More than 70 community groups, businesses and event organisers have received boosts to local projects, thanks to Colac Otway Shire Council’s grants program.
Timor Leste coming to coast
Otways musician David Bridie hopes an upcoming Apollo Bay concert showcasing talented Timor Leste musicians could be the start of a new musical journey.
Council policy to protect art
Surf Coast Shire has announced a Public Art Policy that will ensure artists with work in public spaces, and the artworks themselves, are protected.
Mental health round opens up conversations
“The community that I once thought was never going to be able to talk – I never thought I would see so much courage and vulnerability.”
Colac site will provide free water for farms, facilities
A new program will provide free or low-cost water for farmers impacted by drought conditions, with a site based in Colac.
Fijian families settling in city
Fijian officials have visited Colac this week to see how families and students are settling into the city as part of a pilot program.
