Cobden
New tax a threat to housing
Corangamite Shire Council’s vision for Cobden’s future has the potential to provide an additional 600 new homes in the community, but a windfall gains tax starting from July 1 would tax property owners who rezone their land.
Barbecue shelter for Cobden park
Corangamite Shire Council has a clear vision of how Cobden’s Tandarook Park will look over the next 10 years, after adopting a masterplan for the open space.
Cobden park plans on display
Cobden district residents can comment on draft plans for the Tandarook Park.
$75,000 skate park upgrade ready
Cobden skaters and scooter riders are enjoying a shelter and seating at the town’s recently upgraded skate park.
Plan for more Cobden housing
A new “visionary” plan is proposing to expand Cobden’s town boundaries to cater for huge housing demand in the area.
Councillors can’t see big sign’s benefits
Corangamite Shire Council has rejected plans for an eight-metre-wide advertising billboard at Cobden.
Award recognises leadership
A Cobden firefighter has received state recognition for his leadership and sense of community during the St Patrick’s Day fires.
Wind farm plan draws protest
Farmers have rallied in opposition to plans for a 10-turbine wind farm seven kilometres south-west of Cobden.