News

  • Program to revegetate properties

    A revegetation support program will assist fire-affected properties at Wye River and Separation Creek.

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  • Work on rotunda restoration stalled

    Work has stalled on the conversion of a rotunda at Colac cemetery, but the cemetery’s management says the project will go ahead.

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  • Colac Show is cancelled

    Coronavirus has forced the hand of the Colac Show’s organisers, who have cancelled this year’s event for just the second time in more than 150 years.

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  • Businesses paired up to help COVID recovery

    Surf Coast Shire Council will help connect struggling businesses with specialist local support to help the region bounce back from the coronavirus pandemic.

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  • Council amendment aims to minimise flood damage

    Colac Otway Shire Council has adopted a planning scheme amendment which reflects current flood mapping and will streamline development, following significant community consultation.

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  • Binns Road upgrade delivered

    Contractors have finished an upgrade of popular tourist route Binns Road ahead of an expected influx of travellers over the long weekend.

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  • Narrow escapes in two Colac district crashes

    Colac and district drivers received a timely reminder of the dangers of wet weather on Monday, with two car crashes occurring within an hour.

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  • Low May rainfall

    Colac and district experienced a major drop in rainfall last month compared with past years.

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