News
No seafood festival for Apollo Bay this year
Apollo Bay’s iconic seafood festival will not return in 2025, with the future of the event unclear as the festival site at the harbour waits for its redevelopment.
Customer service at information centre
Colac Otway Shire Council’s customer service centre will temporarily set up shop in the Colac Visitor Information Centre from Monday.
Accessibility a ‘game-changer’
Camperdown seven-year-old Goldie Elsum and her family are still getting used to enjoying one of life’s little pleasures that so many people take for granted.
Safety concerns at wind farm in district
Questions about wind turbine safety have circulated after a turbine collapsed this week at Berrybank, north-west of Cressy.
Birregurra petition to reinstate funds is gaining traction
A community petition calling for the State Government to reinstate funding for Birregurra’s health centre has gained 250 signatures, but there’s still time to sign the petition this weekend.
APOLOGISE: Court hears assault on first responders
A Colac woman who attacked and incited her dog on emergency workers while they were conducting a welfare check must write letters of apology to the victims.
WorkSafe probe park death
A workplace investigation into a Yeodene recreational course is underway following the death of a Highton man in January.
Commitment to Elliminyt project
The State Government says it’s committed to supporting Colac Otway Shire Council to deliver the Elliminyt Wetlands project, while keeping in mind the environment and cultural considerations relevant to the local area.
