Articles tagged: Business
Colac taxi service entering new era
A prominent Colac taxi business will remain on the road following an offer from a Geelong-based buyer.
Negotiations continue over commercial site
Colac’s biggest empty business building is now under contract, but it will be next year before any details are revealed.
Students’ business solutions
A group of Trinity College Year 10 students have tried their hand at problem solving real-life business problems for Colac district companies.
Trio retire from finance chapter
Three stalwarts are calling time on their enduring careers at Findex.
Award finalists revealed
A Timboon brewery, a Cobden veterinary clinic and Camperdown’s courthouse are among 15 Corangamite Business Award finalists.
Colac Classic boosting trade
With Colac playing host to the Bulla Colac Classic across two weekends, crowds of people have been looking for things to do in their downtime.
Basketballers good for business
With thousands of people converging on Colac for two big weekends of basketball, the Colac Herald got in touch with local businesses to learn how they were welcoming the wave of visitors.
Good chance for business to boom
Business could be booming across Colac these next two weekends, with the city set to host back-to-back junior basketball tournaments.
Beginner business bootcamp
Budding businesspeople across Corangamite Shire can get a head start at an upcoming Camperdown bootcamp.
Businesses supporting 40-km zone extension
Community member Joy Middleton has called for the Colac Otway Shire’s new speed limit introductions in Colac’s CBD to be extended an extra block.
Business, jobs, Year 12 for ambitious sisters
Seventeen-year-old twins Isabella and Matilda Mason have a busy year ahead of them, starting Year 12 this week, working two jobs and now owning their own business – but they wouldn’t have it any other way.
Mates turn passion for cars into business
A love of cars and all things automotive has led two Colac mates to open their own quality garage – Colac Auto Care.
Female business leaders unite
An idea to co-promote and celebrate the strength of female leaders in the Otways has blossomed into a support network where women can share their experiences and build business momentum.
Baker’s recipe for success
The nation’s best store-bought Anzac Biscuits come from Colac district’s own Irrewarra Sourdough, a taste test has revealed.
Grand plans to transform Colac’s eastern entrance
A proposed retail development at Colac’s eastern entrance could be transformative for the area, although the developers are yet to seek Colac Otway Shire Council’s approval.
No code red for business
The outgoing franchisee of a Colac eatery has assured the community the business will re-open under new management after a refurbishment.
Tanker depot ditched: Company cancels Colac West project
A major milk transport company has walked away from a $3.5-million trucking development at Colac West.
Plans to expand Camperdown industrial area
A 45-hectare site north of Camperdown will transform into a business park under a plan to expand the town’s industrial land.
Colac staff shortages continue to hit traders
Staff shortages will continue to be an ongoing concern for Colac, with businesses still trying to recover from the impacts of COVID-19.
Facelifts for businesses
Twenty-two businesses across Corangamite Shire will have a facelift, which shire councillors hope will enhance their towns and draw tourists.
Rising costs hit Colac builders
Colac builders are feeling the pinch as building material costs increase.
Travel teams are joining forces
Colac’s two travel agencies are joining forces, offering a powerhouse of travel for the Colac Otway region.
Big birthday for juice bar
Colac’s Take A Break café will celebrate its second birthday this month with a range of great specials, as its owner reflects on an eventful two years.
Funding for wildlife centre
Apollo Bay tourist attraction Wildlife Wonders will buy a new coffee van to boost its environmental fundraising activities, thanks to a State Government grant.
