Colac Otway Shire Council
Farm proposal seeks grant
A regenerative farm in Colac would blossom with fresh fruits and vegetables, providing opportunities for the community to enjoy affordable fresh produce, learn farming skills and foster connection, a grant submission says.
Kickstart food skills
Young people in the Colac Otway region can boost their hospitality skills and job prospects with a free approaching-training opportunity.
Birre property seeks stone permit
A Birregurra district wind farming property that has been the subject of a planning compliance investigation has applied for a permit to cut and sell stone.
FARM SLASH: Proposed rural rate cut, holiday rental rise
Farmers would see a significant reduction in their share of the rates burden under a move proposed by Colac Otway Shire Council.
More childcare proposed for Colac
A childcare centre providing places for almost 100 children could appear in Colac’s Gravesend Street to help with Colac Otway’s childcare shortage.
Events proposal at Forrest venue
A venue wanting to host retreats, corporate seminars, weddings, engagement parties and more at Forrest is seeking Colac Otway Shire Council planning approval.
Two-week road closure to fix landslip at Binns Road
Authorities will close one section of road to a tourist hotspot while they do landslip repairs.
Monitor writes report, council answers letter
A municipal monitor appointed to Colac Otway Shire Council has finished her term and delivered a report on her time observing the council.