Colac Otway Shire Council
Shining a bright light on cancer awareness
Drivers and pedestrians on Colac’s Murray Street will notice about a dozen median-strip trees lit by pink lights at night, marking breast cancer awareness month.
Council approves moves to buy former high school land
Colac Otway Shire Council has approved plans to buy part of the former Colac High School, but it could take years to develop the land.
Harbour viability assessed
Civic leaders are optimistic they’re making progress on a revamp of Apollo Bay’s harbour, after more than a decade in development limbo.
Brian Crook wins council election count-back
Colac’s Brian Crook will re-join Colac Otway Shire Council after being the successful candidate in a vote count-back.
New reusable bags for fruit and vegies
Colac Otway Shire Council is supporting the reduction of plastic waste in the community with a reusable produce bag initiative, launched next Monday.
Councillors unanimous in opposing Apollo Bay resort
A $70-million tourist resort proposed for Apollo Bay will go to an independent planning panel without the support of Colac Otway Shire Council, following a unanimous vote this week.
Resort developer unveils sponsorship package
The developer of a proposed tourist resort at Apollo Bay has pledged up to $8 million to local community initiatives if his project gets the green light.
Council quarry appeal queried
A frustrated landowner has asked why Colac Otway Shire Council is spending ratepayers’ money on taking a business to a tribunal instead of going to the State Government to resolve an issue.
