Articles tagged: Colac Otway Shire Council
Over four decades, he’s made his mark
It was June 1981 when Mark ‘Butch’ Robinson first started as an apprentice gardener working with the local council.
Kids to kickstart healthy eats
More than 600 kindergarten children across the shire are set to benefit from a renowned cooking and gardening program.
Cafe callout at saleyards
Colac Otway Shire Council is hoping to boost the overall experience of the Colac Regional Saleyards through the addition of a café.
Council delivering, despite the crunch
Kicking off a $5.5-million wetlands project and a major switch for aged care services are among the big ticks in Colac Otway Shire Council’s latest Annual Report.
Awards blend old and new
Colac Otway Shire Council’s 2026 Community Awards would keep the traditional civic titles but have “contemporary descriptors” in a blended name.
Plan supports ageing shire community
Colac Otway Shire Council has committed to making the community more accessible and inclusive for its ageing population.
Ballot blips on the rise
Colac Otway Shire’s level of erroneous voting in the 2024 local election was almost double the statewide average, a recent report reveals.
Council plan sets four-year vision
Colac Otway Shire Council has locked in a four-year plan with housing, tourism and a Bluewater upgrade on the agenda.
Homes in farming zone given the green light
Three brand new homes will be built across farming land in the Colac Otway Shire, following council approval.
Keep names and boost crowd
Colac Otway Shire’s reigning Citizen of the Year says there’s no need to rebadge the shire’s top honours.
Booze and shoes at proposed hub
Colac’s Khub would be roommates with Dan Murphy’s under a proposed plan to boost the struggling store.
Newest Apollo Bay gym awaits council approval
A proposal to turn an Apollo Bay warehouse into a workout space has reached Colac Otway Shire Council’s planning department.
Youth will rock house in Colac on Saturday
A music showcase designed and led by Colac Otway Shire youth is ready to rock the socks off audience members this weekend.
Welcoming event for women’s swim
Bluewater Leisure Centre is launching women’s-only swim nights this week to encourage getting active in a safe and welcoming space.
Apology for aged service mail error
Colac Otway Shire Council says it is investigating a mailing error that occurred earlier this month.
Repairs to begin on system fault
Work crews will be at Forrest’s caravan park from today following a fault with the facility’s wastewater system.
Days left to vote for youth photos
Colac Otway youth photographers have captured their view of everyday life, nature and community in the shire–and now it’s time to pick your favourite.
Four-year plan on agenda
Colac Otway Shire Council will have a jam-packed day tomorrow with four separate meetings scheduled to take place in the chamber.
Traders irate about bin condition
Bins along Apollo Bay’s main street are “disgusting” and “horrific” and local traders are calling for more to be done before it gets worse over peak months.
Meet the man at shire’s helm
Colac Otway Shire Council’s new chief says his appointment to the role is a fresh start, and he is keen to help make the shire a destination.
Council proposes evening bus parking ban
Buses would be banned from parking in a section of Colac’s Murray Street during the evening under a new proposal.
Deliberate damage at nature space disappoints
Authorities are disappointed by deliberate tree damage at a Colac nature space.
Council approves funds for Lake Colac Holiday Park upgrade
A million-dollar investment project for the Lake Colac Holiday Park will soon be underway, with Colac Otway Shire Council approving its portion of funds for the upgrades.
Alliance departure saves Colac Otway $20K
Colac Otway Shire Council is choosing to leave a south-west alliance, focusing its regional advocacy towards Geelong.
