Colac Otway Shire
Lowest rate increase in council’s history
Colac Otway Shire ratepayers can expect to pay just $15.60 more on their rates next financial year, with the council planning its lowest rate rise on record.
Search for man ends after bush discovery
The discovery of a Melbourne man’s body in bush at Irrewillipe has ended a search for a man wanted for questioning over an attack on a Colac Otway Shire councillor earlier this week.
Holiday switching to Melbourne Cup
Colac Otway Shire workers and families can plan for a public holiday on Melbourne Cup Day this year for the first time since 2008.
$86-million injection into shire’s economy
Landowners and developers gained council approval last year to invest an unprecedented $86 million in Colac Otway Shire.
Colac’s sweet tooth pushing up obesity
Colac Otway Shire is the second highest consumer of sugary drinks in the state, sparking a call for the region’s companies to ban unhealthy beverages.
Hundreds flock to celebrations
Colac Otway Shire has recognised well-known Colac businessman John Blane as this year’s Citizen of the Year during an Australia Day ceremony yesterday.
Garden Close is our best street
Elliminyt’s Garden Close is Colac Otway Shire’s Street of the Year.
Young ambassador promotes positivity
Colac and district’s new young ambassador is encouraging young people to “put their hand up” and grasp opportunities the region offers.