News
New mental health system
A new team of highly experienced healthcare agencies will deliver improved mental health and alcohol and other drugs services across Colac and Geelong.
High marks for schools on water savings
Colac district schools can join Barwon Water’s Schools’ Water Efficiency Program to save water and money.
Praise for historic Pride event
Colac’s LGBTIQ+ community is building on the momentum from last month’s first ever Pride event, with support from Victorian pride advocates.
Historic ruling over Otways native title
The ongoing connection and intrinsic relationship that Eastern Maar people have with their Country has received formal recognition in a native title ruling that has been a decade in the making.
Cats to cop a 24-hour curfew
Surf Coast Shire cats must stay on their owner’s properties at all times, under a revised cat curfew.
Council will stick to climate group
Colac Otway will remain part of a regional climate alliance, after councillors voted down a push to pull out of the organisation after less than a year.
Crustacean creation elation
Port Campbell has celebrated its biggest Crayfest yet, with revellers flocking like seagulls to the coastal town to enjoy local seafood, live music and other local produce.