News
Shine a spotlight on success
With nominations now open, Colac Chamber of Commerce is calling on the community to shout out their favourite business or a business where they always have great experience.
Local politician selected as Family First candidate
A controversial Colac politician has been formally selected as his new party’s upper house candidate in an approaching election.
Camperdown’s $40m facility
A promised brand-new aged care facility at Camperdown has officially opened its doors.
Share your thoughts at flood study sessions
Corangamite Shire residents are invited to provide feedback on flood mapping for the Curdies River Catchment Flood Study.
Winchelsea set to host August council meeting
This month’s Surf Coast Shire Council meeting is set to come to Winchelsea.
New campaign boosting accessible tourism
A new tourism campaign has launched to promote accessibility encourages businesses to cater for all needs across the coast and Otways hinterland.
Council looks to rebadge shire’s annual honours
Colac Otway Shire’s Citizen of the Year could become a certified Local Legend instead, under a proposed a shake-up of the council’s community awards.
Councillors to consider nod for new chief
Colac Otway Shire Council could appoint a new boss on Tuesday.
Request for diverse committee
Petitioners want Colac Otway Shire Council to set up an official LGBTQIA+ committee with the shire.
Colac experts welcoming reduction to ease pressure
A third rate reduction from the Reserve Bank will ease tension on debt owners and allow for more disposable spending, according to experts.
Appeal on Elliminyt plan
The developer behind a 350-lot residential project at Elliminyt has asked the state’s planning umpire to overrule a decision by Colac Otway Shire Council.
Message from cancer encounter
Daffodil Day has a special meaning for Tracey Barry, who had an unexpected experience with cancer.
Residents ready to make stand
Ten years, 40 crashes and no action until there’s a fatality.
Community keen for farm
A major regenerative farm project is coming to a Colac school, and leaders say it will boom with fresh fruit and veggies for the community.
Nalangil property blends heritage and modern living
Restorations and renovations of a Colac district period home have considered every special touch over the journey.
Probationary driver busted for high speed, drink driving
A Timboon probationary driver caught travelling at more than 30 kilometres an hour above the speed limit was also caught at more than double the legal blood alcohol limit for a fully licenced driver.
