Articles tagged: COPACC

Guess the three Aussie people
An artwork depicting three Australians figures has been touring the country for more than four decades and now Colac residents are invited to guess the identities.

Youth rock at COPACC
Colac Otway young people have relished the opportunity to organise and perform in the 2025 Youth Music Showcase.

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.

Businesses shining on red carpet
Colac and district’s night of nights has recognised and celebrated success stories of business in the region.

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.

Youths rocking the local stage
Colac district’s young musicians and stage techs have honed their skills in a creative holiday workshop.

Colac resident makes it official
For Santi Santoso, the final piece of the puzzle in her Australian journey will fall into place today.

Historians celebrate milestone
The Colac and District Family History Group has marked 10 years of a unique project.

Council seeking new manager of COPACC
Colac Otway Shire Council will seek private operators for the Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre to improve its financial viability. The council endorsed the release of an expression of interest process for the lease of COPACC at the June council meeting. The potential lease will include the auditorium, cinema, meeting rooms, civic hall, […]

Council looks at outside operator for facility
Colac Otway Shire Council could test the waters to find a private operator to manage one of its biggest facilities.

A long passion for painting
Part of Irene Zappelli’s love for painting comes from showing young artists what they can achieve if they persevere with their passion.

All-abilities choir is ready to shine
After a successful concert last year, the Find Your Light all-abilities choir group is thrilled to be back for an eight-week musical journey.

Acrobats’ storytelling of Country
A story of re-discovering connection to the land is coming to Colac.

Breeder has birthday in Colac
Colac has hosted a workshop for a major seedstock producer that pulled attendees in from across the region and interstate.

Arts centre nominated
The Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre has been nominated for a national award.

Artist’s fantasy world on display
Valiant knights, magical unicorns, jokers, swans and snow goddesses. It’s a glimpse into Megan Black’s Whimsical Fantasy Art exhibition at Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre, marking her first solo display in her artist journey.

Families welcomed into city
New Colac families have soaked up a local welcome day aimed at connecting community members to essential services and support.

Comedians kick off regional tour
The Brown Women Comedy troupe is all about diversifying the comedy scene, and bringing laughter and relatability to audience members.

Piano pounding set for COPACC
Award-winning musician Damon Smith is back to bring a taste of the pioneers of rock ‘n’ roll piano to Colac.

City gardens are crawling with activity
Colac Botanic Gardens hosted a captivating Creatures in the Garden event, with terrific weather, great attendance and lots of learning by kids, young and old.

Following creative intuition
Sandra Curtis follows her intuition with her artwork, rather than getting caught up in technicalities.

Artwork ‘complete’ when shared
Johanna fine art photographer David Simmonds’ experience with exhibitions has led to being a driving force behind ‘Between the Lines’, currently on display at COPACC.

Isla immersed in imagery
Being immersed in the world of photography all her life, Isla Lucas is thrilled to have her first exhibition.

Thought-provoking works claim exhibition awards
Textile artist Catherine O’Leary has earned two awards for her inventive, thought-provoking works.

