Colac Otway Shire Council
Work starting on plan to improve Lake Colac
ENVIRONMENT officials have started work on a new Lake Colac Master Plan to help shape the waterway’s future.
Retailers frustrated with lack of notice of road closures
A BREAKDOWN in communication about road works in central Colac has left retailers feeling “disappointed” and “frustrated”.
Centre closer to opening date
COLAC OTWAY Shire Council chief Sue Wilkinson says the council is closer to announcing an opening date for the redeveloped Bluewater Fitness Centre.
Dumped carcasses disgust volunteers
A COMMUNITY working bee to clean up the edge of Lake Corangamite has uncovered an illegal dumping ground for decaying animal carcasses.
Leaders mark start of road work
FEDERAL MP Sarah Henderson says the Princes Highway duplication between Winchelsea and Colac will be an “enormous asset for the people of Colac Otway and south-west Victoria”.
Hopes for State Budget funds
COLAC OTWAY Shire Council’s chief says she hopes tomorrow’s State Budget will include funding for Central Reserve, fire refuges in the Otways and improved train services for the region.
Youth group has full calendar
COLAC youth leaders will participate in Saturday’s Anzac Day commemorations, starting a year of activities for Colac Otway Shire Youth Council.
Council to employ extra staff under budget plan
COLAC OTWAY Shire Council will employ eight new staff including an extra seasonal local laws officer next financial year if councillors approve its draft budget.