Census 2021
Colac facing high levels of disadvantage
Colac is one of the state’s “most disadvantaged” places and lags behind most of Victoria when it comes to socioeconomic disadvantage, new Census figures show.
Homeless rate rises amid crowding crisis
Homelessness has increased more than 50 per cent in Colac Otway in five years, with an emerging trend of people living in “severely” crowded housing.
Census forms still accepted
More than a quarter of Victorian households are yet to complete their Census forms, a week after the official Census night.
Bureau continues preparations for Census
Colac and district residents can expect to see advertising ramp up in preparation for this year’s Census, after the Australian Bureau of Statistics launched its campaign.
By Greta Lannen