News
Increased capacity to provide support
Vinnies Colac now has the capacity to offer more food to people in need, thanks to the donation of a new fridge.
Local farmers claim dairy awards
Two Colac district farming families have received accolades at this year’s South West Dairy Awards.
Schools celebrate Fr Michael’s jubilee
Colac’s Catholic primary schools have gathered to celebrate Father Michael O’Toole’s 50th Golden Jubilee.
Union congratulates Colac Otway
Colac Otway Shire Council’s aged care workers are relieved knowing their jobs are secure, following a decision by council to rule out consideration of exiting all aged care services.
Cat curfew to continue
Colac Otway Shire Council will retain its sunset to sunrise cat curfew, after receiving no negative feedback in the six months since the order was introduced.
Independent review raises care concerns
Colac Otway Shire Council will continue to play a role in aged care services for the community, following a decision at this week’s council meeting.
Community recognition
Former mayor, nurse and volunteer Lyn Russell has been recognised as the 2024 Colac Otway Citizen of the Year while Apollo Bay teen Joseph Ames received the title of Young Citizen of the Year.
Colac site considered for housing
Colac Otway Shire Council will plan an affordable and key worker housing blueprint based on two sites including the former Colac Specialist School in Wilson Street.
