Colac Otway Shire Council
Volunteers to get special training
A new program will help train the volunteers who manage community facilities across Colac Otway Shire.
Coastal focus for Apollo Bay council meeting
Colac Otway Shire Council will turn its attention to coastal communities at this week’s council meeting.
Opening hours slashed at Colac visitor centre
Colac’s Visitor Information Centre will cut it’s hours again, but a former volunteer says he’s disappointed with the move.
Council survey for local laws review
A review of Colac and district’s local laws could lead to changes to regulations on short-term accommodation, camping, pets and alcohol consumption.
Costly boom gate repair
Vandalism to new boom gates at Skenes Creek has already cost $20,000, and they’re less than a year old.
Council adjusts budgets for its projects
Bicycle and walking paths at Apollo Bay have received a $200,000 boost, after other projects in the region came in under budget.
Council to lobby for Skenes Creek trail amid safety concerns
Civic leaders are pushing for governments to re-commit to a cancelled path between Skenes Creek and Apollo Bay, amid fears walkers and cyclists are risking their lives.
Former high school land sale finalised
Land at the back of the former Colac High School site is back in community ownership, with Colac Otway Shire Council finalising the purchase of part of the site.