Articles tagged: Colac Otway Shire Council
New reserve facilities
Families will soon be able to enjoy sausage sizzles at Elliminyt’s Wyuna Estate Reserve, with construction set to begin on a new shelter and barbecue in just two weeks.
Councillors approve five houses
Colac Otway Shire’s councillors have granted permits for new homes to be built at Apollo Bay, Birregurra, Irrewillipe East, Murroon and Wongarra, with their new delegation powers.
Colac playground revitalisation starting soon
Children in Colac’s west will soon be able to enjoy new play equipment, with a revitalisation of the Donaldson Street Reserve starting after Easter.
Meredith hits full capacity
Meredith Park’s campground has reached full capacity ahead of the Easter break.
Days left to apply for council grants
Community groups, businesses and sporting clubs have two days left to apply for council grants to deliver projects for the district, like the Colac Woodcrafters Guild’s new router table.
Beacon plans progressing
Work is progressing on plans to reinstate a historic navigational pillar beacon at Marengo that was removed five years ago.
Council to chip in for Bay reserve
A $200,000 Colac Otway Shire Council contribution will assist an upgrade of Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve, if the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is successful in getting a Federal Government grant.
ROAD FOCUS: Host of local projects on new election wishlist
A Colac East road upgrade, a Colac bike park and a host of community facility upgrades are on Colac Otway Shire Council’s advocacy list ahead of next month’s federal election.
Council apology for rates glitch
Colac Otway Shire Council has issued an apology following a rates bill notifications glitch.
North of shire a tourism focus
Colac Otway Shire Council has reduced its investment in a coastal tourism body by $20,000 but wants increased promotion of the shire north of the Otways.
Approval sought for eight-lot subdivision
A subdivision in Colac is proposing to deliver eight new lots.
Council swaps carbon credits for local projects
Colac Otway Shire Council will no longer buy carbon credits to meet its net-zero emissions target, diverting the money towards local environmental initiatives instead.
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.
